nonmigratory

Definition of nonmigratorynext

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Recent Examples of nonmigratory Though native to East Africa and nonmigratory, the snail has made its way around the world, including to other parts of Africa, Hawaii, the Pacific islands, the Caribbean, Brazil and much of subtropical Asia. Kelsey Ables, Washington Post, 21 June 2023 So, there's a chance that the commercial populations were simply originally source from a nonmigratory population. John Timmer, Ars Technica, 25 June 2019 The measure has been taken in the past to keep nonmigratory goose populations in check. Evan Frank, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2018
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nonmigratory
Adjective
  • More than 22 resident heritage breed chickens provide eggs for omelets, breakfast burritos, and frothy cocktails.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
  • The resort has also promoted special long-stay and resident rates from AED595 ($162) per night, including credits redeemable across dining, wellness and recreational facilities.
    Melanie Swan, CNN Money, 1 June 2026
Adjective
  • Verizon has an assortment of mobile tools should the company's stationary cell towers give out during a hurricane.
    Ayana Archie, NPR, 4 June 2026
  • These parts of the lithosphere are not stationary and move slowly.
    Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 4 June 2026

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“Nonmigratory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonmigratory. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.

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