Definition of mantanext
as in ray
any of several extremely large rays a manta glided along the sea bottom

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Recent Examples of manta The researchers believe the mantas are using nature's cues such as changes in magnetic field strength, oxygen concentration, temperature and light to navigate themselves onto the right path for the next days' travel. New Atlas, 15 Oct. 2025 The mantas are still spotted in May and October, but in fewer numbers. Taylor McIntyre, Travel + Leisure, 5 Oct. 2025 Also in the Tuamotus, on the atoll of Tikehau, divers head out to Tuheiava Pass with Tikehau Diving for regular sightings of mantas at a cleaning station (pinnacles that draw large fish to have their gills, teeth, and carapaces cleaned by smaller ones). Terry Ward, AFAR Media, 11 Sep. 2025 Divers can expect to explore underwater cliffs and walls teeming with mantas, tuna, and various species of sharks. Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for manta
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ray
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  • The vets also took X-rays, but since wood is hard to see on an X-ray, the professionals were still unsure how far the stick had impaled Sweets.
    Kelli Bender, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
  • Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said X-rays were negative.
    CBS New York Team, CBS News, 14 May 2026

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“Manta.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manta. Accessed 19 May. 2026.

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