centipede
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
See Examples For:
Since replacing windows can cost enough arms and legs to make a human centipede, it’s worth looking into adding interior insulating layers to your existing windows.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 21, 2025
True, he did note that in the event of disturbance, mama centipede may abandon her eggs or young.
From Salon ● May 11, 2025
And despite having an elaborate, curling centipede inked on his face and neck, he’s crestfallen that Bailey would let a friend cut off her locks before the big day.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 19, 2024
Ragworms are a group of around 500 species of segmented, mostly-marine worms that look a bit like a cross between a centipede and an earthworm.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 6, 2024
The winged centipede struck at the flustered hen but missed.
From "Fablehaven" by Brandon Mull
The researchers examined arthropods, the enormous group of animals that includes insects, spiders, crabs and centipedes.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 6, 2026
In certain groups of centipedes, Machado writes, "this apparently increases offspring survival, because without the mother the eggs and nymphs always die from fungal attack or unknown reasons."
From Salon ● May 11, 2025
Snakes make up most of the images, but human figures, centipedes, alligators, other animals, and geometric motifs also appear.
From Science Magazine ● Jun. 3, 2024
In 2022, for example, CBP found live centipedes concealed inside earphone cases.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 21, 2024
Jody thought of the wide plains and of the wagons moving across like centipedes.
From "The Red Pony" by John Steinbeck
Vocabulary lists containing centipede
Florida's B.E.S.T. Roots: cent
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
cent (hundred), mill (thousand)
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
ped, pod (foot)
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
