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boa

[boh-uh] / ˈboʊ ə /


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Dame Karen stood out in the largely male and often stale world of Washington in her colourful tailor-made suits, occasionally complemented with a feather boa.

From BBC • Feb. 8, 2025

"Each test is specific to a different snake species and was designed to detect DNA from the Burmese python, northern African rock python, rainbow boa and boa constrictor, ensuring no cross-detection among species."

From Science Daily • Nov. 22, 2024

At 7 p.m. on the dot, drag queen Jupiter Genesis kicked off the show, wearing a layered purple boa and a metallic bustier.

From Slate • Nov. 2, 2024

When asked if boa constrictors, lizards, fish or other legally acquired pets met the definition, Haney said the bill was centered on “companion animals” such as dogs or cats.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 22, 2024

And a long garland of flowers, draped over her elbows like a feather boa.

From "The Season of Styx Malone" by Kekla Magoon




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