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ecosystem

[ee-koh-sis-tuhm, ek-oh-] / ˈi koʊˌsɪs təm, ˈɛk oʊ- /
NOUN
environment
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Titles II, III and IX of the Clarity Act strengthen illicit-finance protections across the crypto ecosystem in a technology-literate and responsible way.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 6, 2026

The group alleged the transaction would weaken Hollywood with “fewer opportunities for creators, fewer jobs across the production ecosystem, higher costs, and less choice for audiences.”

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 6, 2026

Large stretches of the island's shoreline appear affected and "additional oil slicks extend far out to sea, further polluting and damaging this protected marine ecosystem", Noelle said.

From Barron's Aug. 6, 2026

Urokodia lived within a rich marine ecosystem during a crucial period in the history of animal evolution.

From Science Daily Aug. 4, 2026

This shifting front of rich ocean, about twenty-five miles wide, is the most fertile ecosystem in the world, supporting awesome numbers of fish, seabirds, seals, and whales.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong

"Sanctions are being circumvented using ageing and poorly maintained tankers, putting coastlines and marine ecosystems at risk," she said.

From Barron's Aug. 6, 2026

He says both countries’ efforts to reduce their reliance on each other will lead to a technological split, creating two separate ecosystems.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 5, 2026

But the House of Lords environment committee said their sale should be restricted, adding widespread use posed a potential threat to natural ecosystems.

From BBC Aug. 5, 2026

A change in one major ocean current can alter rainfall and extreme weather thousands of miles away, affecting ecosystems, water supplies, and communities across several continents.

From Science Daily Jul. 28, 2026

To survive in this steep, narrow hodgepodge of ecosystems, Andean communities usually sent out representatives and colonies to live up- or downslope in places with resources unavailable at home.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann




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