manta ray

Definition of manta raynext
as in ray
any of several extremely large rays the manta ray blended in beautifully with the sandy ocean floor

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Recent Examples of manta ray The outlet noted that they have been known to catch a ride on other sea life, such as manta rays and dolphins. Michael Nied, PEOPLE, 10 Nov. 2025 In the absence of whales, sucker fish avoid predators by seeking other large creatures to latch onto, including manta rays, dolphins and unlucky scuba divers. CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2025 Divers and snorkelers can head to the Great Astrolabe Reef or the Somosomo Strait, famous for its technicolor soft corals and manta ray sightings. Mark Ellwood, AFAR Media, 7 Nov. 2025 The aquarium includes over 11 million gallons of water throughout its aquariums, some of which house larger marine life like whale sharks and manta rays. Miami Herald, 18 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for manta ray
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Noun
  • On a tour full of reasons to be miserable, England will leave Australia with at least one ray of light for the future.
    Tim Spiers, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
  • After eight days in quarantine, X-rays, blood tests and a successful parasite treatment, Percy is recovering well.
    Lucia Cheng, Des Moines Register, 6 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Among certain species of anglerfish, like those in the sea devil (Ceratiidae) family, males are little more than sperm sacs with nostrils.
    Katherine J. Wu, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Feb. 2020
Noun
  • 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, 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

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“Manta ray.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manta%20ray. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.

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