as in spines
a column of bones supporting the trunk of a vertebrate animal
a diagram of the spinal column
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spines
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Wear thick gloves to protect yourself from spines, needles, and sap.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
26 Feb. 2026 -
How Scientists Confirmed the Species The study said the new species was identified based on body proportions, spines, scale pattern, coloring and other physical features.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Spinal columns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spinal%20columns. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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