progenitor
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But it began in 1993 with “Abraham,” progenitor of the Abrahamic religions and the co-star of “The Faithful.”
From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026
He could be the progenitor of a new look, a Christian Dior for the modern woman.
From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026
As a result, apical progenitor cells were less able to renew themselves.
From Science Daily • Dec. 17, 2025
The number of apical progenitor cells, which are essential for building the cerebral cortex, was significantly lower.
From Science Daily • Dec. 17, 2025
It makes the progenitor of all this group of insecticides, DDT, seem by comparison almost harmless.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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It's All in the Family
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