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grasshopper

[gras-hop-er] / ˈgræsˌhɒp ər /


NOUN
locust
Synonyms
STRONG


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The researchers partnered with farmers in Senegal who regularly face outbreaks of the Senegalese grasshopper.

From Science Daily • Jan. 24, 2026

Ground-nesting birds, such as the diminutive grasshopper sparrow, are more elusive.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 13, 2023

"It's great to see a pink grasshopper and can be quite a surprise but they are perhaps more common than people think," she said.

From BBC • Jul. 18, 2023

“Having a tiny grasshopper in a big painting would look ridiculous.”

From Seattle Times • Jun. 12, 2023

“Whatever,” Curly gushed, “you’re gonna make a fantastic grasshopper queen.”

From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen




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