adder

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The vet found a small mark but no swelling, which is a common symptom of an adder bite, so was unable to confirm it was the cause.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

In 2025 a reptile, believed to be an adder, was spotted on Morfa'r Garreg beach in Pwllheli, Gwynedd.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

So why do cells use this adder method?

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2024

Overall, the adder was thought to result in a less precise size distribution.

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2024

Outside, we saw J.W. had already taken to his heels, no doubt at the sight of both Glenn and the puff adder.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck