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oyster

[oi-ster] / ˈɔɪ stər /






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Graham Platner, a 41-year-old combat veteran and oyster farmer from a town of 1,000, is leading two-term Gov. Janet Mills by more than 30 points in the most recent poll.

From Slate • Mar. 4, 2026

Several native oyster nurseries have been created at Bangor Marina, Belfast Harbour, Glenarm and Carrickfergus.

From BBC • Jan. 9, 2026

Other edible mushrooms in California that are far more recognizable — and don’t have dangerous lookalikes — include the chicken of the woods, oyster mushroom and honey mushroom, Diaz said.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 10, 2025

"But damaging their shells may increase oyster death rates."

From Science Daily • Nov. 5, 2025

Kaz flicked his coat sleeve, and an oyster shucking knife appeared in his hand.

From "Six of Crows" by Leigh Bardugo