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
  • As inflation skyrockets in Iran, many civilians will feel the bite of poverty and hardship in the coming months, said Hadi Kahalzadeh, economist and non-resident fellow at the Quincy Institute.
    Jeremy Diamond, CNN Money, 31 July 2026
  • Visitors are free to wander the apple orchard, see the resident alpacas, or sip flights of cider in the lounge.
    Lisa Kadane, Travel + Leisure, 29 July 2026
Adjective
  • This is because prolonged stationary periods can lead to substantial biofouling on ships, according to the paper.
    Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 25 July 2026
  • The second-year outside linebacker suffered a right knee injury during a team drill and remained stationary on the field for several minutes as his right leg was examined by trainers.
    Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026

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“Nonmigratory.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonmigratory. Accessed 1 Aug. 2026.

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