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ecosystem

[ee-koh-sis-tuhm, ek-oh-] / ˈi koʊˌsɪs təm, ˈɛk oʊ- /
NOUN
environment
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He has newfound respect for Apple’s place in the AI ecosystem.

From MarketWatch Jul. 17, 2026

Studying bacteria one species at a time can reveal direct effects, but the human gut is a crowded ecosystem in which microbes constantly interact.

From Science Daily Jul. 17, 2026

After her visit to Ipswich last year, Nandy described the town as a "model" for upcoming musicians, with "an entire ecosystem" dedicated to nurturing new talent.

From BBC Jul. 13, 2026

While many countries attempt to balance ecosystem preservation with large-scale development or industry, the Galápagos operates under a highly regulated, conservationist approach.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 13, 2026

The whole animal, or ecosystem, stuck for the time being halfway along in evolution, appears to be a model for the development of cells like our own.

From "The Lives of a Cell" by Lewis Thomas

Some associations and local residents say there is not enough data on the environmental impact in an area with fragile ecosystems.

From Barron's Jul. 13, 2026

The findings not only explain how modern ocean ecosystems came to be, but also offer a cautionary glimpse of how today's warming oceans could affect marine life.

From Science Daily Jul. 12, 2026

Beyond the legends, native mantises also play an important ecological role by serving as indicators of healthy, biodiverse ecosystems.

From Science Daily Jul. 11, 2026

The Mediterranean experienced its own record-breaking marine heatwave, with the continent's Atlantic coasts also hit by hot spells, putting ecosystems at risk.

From Barron's Jul. 9, 2026

Combining the fruits of many ecosystems, Andean cultures both enjoyed a better life than they could have wrested from any single place and spread out the risk from the area’s frequent natural catastrophes.

From "1491" by Charles C. Mann




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