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ivory

[ahy-vuh-ree, ahy-vree] / ˈaɪ və ri, ˈaɪ vri /


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The proposals on the table attempt to strengthen protections for several shark species, weaken restrictions on trade in giraffes and open the way to limited sales of rhino horn and elephant ivory.

From Barron's

One source described the prime minister as a "top-down ivory tower leader" – a common refrain from some Labour politicians who think Sir Keir lacks a proper grasp.

From BBC

They are brass, ivory and wooden sculptures that once adorned the royal palace of the Benin Kingdom before British soldiers looted them in 1897 during a punitive expedition.

From BBC

Another said the prime minister is a "top-down ivory tower leader" who is late to react to early warning signs like Caerphilly.

From BBC

The organisation, along with other local groups, removes snares, safeguards dens and provides information for law enforcement on illegal trade in ivory and bushmeat.

From BBC