thoraxes

variants or thoraces
plural of thorax

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for thoraxes
Noun
  • Meanwhile, moths, mantises, and cicadas gather auditory information from similar appendages on their thoraxes or abdomens.
    Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 16 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Our stomachs and intestines are home to trillions of bacteria and other microorganisms, with certain types being commonly found throughout the human gut.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2025
  • Eyes need to absorb light to see, and stomachs contain food, which may either be opaque or glowing.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 25 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • This double-sided, stand-up playset encourages little ones to meet that goal while staying on their tummies.
    Pamela Brill, Parents, 2 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • When the path was dense and overflowing with chubby legs and bellies, the Babycatcher sprang his big net, lifting seven of them high into the air.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 Oct. 2025
  • Full bellies lead to better academic, health and economic outcomes for students and families alike, supporters say.
    Nick Coltrain, Denver Post, 14 Oct. 2025
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“Thoraxes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thoraxes. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.

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