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The results showed that limited dispersal caused by asexual reproduction could explain why early animal ecosystems contained relatively few species.
From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026
To be sure, screwworms can be contained through quarantines, tighter surveillance, and other methods.
From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026
Through most of the game, the excitement was contained to a pitcher’s duel — a chess game of defensive plays, waiting to see who flinched first.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
"In addition, other products were sold as specific meat products when the item contained meat of a different species," he added.
From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026
Also contained in his report was Captain Perreira’s description of the bars that the vessel was carrying as ballast to keep the ship steady while transporting such a large human cargo to Brazil.
From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler
