variants
also genuses
as in categories
one of the units into which a whole is divided on the basis of a common characteristic
the crime novel, written from the criminal's perspective, is sometimes seen as a particular species of the detective story genus
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Complimentary sun loungers at La Môme Riviera, daily breakfast, welcome bottle of Champagne on ice, access to Surrenne spa and daily shuttle to Monaco are also part of all room categories.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026 -
Local residents competed in a variety of whimsical categories, with winners walking away with bouquets and bragging rights.—
La Jolla Light,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 June 2026
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It’s also sold directly to consumers, via the company website or at Walmart, in four different kits tailored for first-time exams, menopause and different body types.—
Wendy Naugle,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
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Credit counselors can assist with budgeting, creating a debt management plan and certain types of creditor negotiations.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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There are several kinds to choose from, but before buying, there are some things to consider.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2026
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Raymonde Arcier, who brought attention to women’s work by way of an art practice based in fabric and textiles of different kinds, died in May at the age of 86.—
Andy Battaglia,
ARTnews.com,
2 June 2026
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Cochliomyia hominivorax, the New World screw-worm fly, or screw-worm for short, is a species of parasitic fly that is well known for the way in which its larvae (maggots) eat the living tissue.—
Justina Lee,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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Wolbachia works on a species-specific basis, the CDC says.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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“Genera.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/genera. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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