looper

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In 2019, Corteva reported that genes for proteins found in maidenhair ferns could protect soybeans from soybean looper and velvetbean caterpillars, and since then both groups have sharpened their focus on ferns.

From Science Magazine • Nov. 16, 2023

Cleveland had runners at second and third with one out when Josh Naylor hit a looper to center field that Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks appeared to catch with a sliding grab.

From Washington Times • Apr. 12, 2023

It uses the same technology in myriad other invasive pests, including the fall armyworm and the soybean looper, which it hopes to sell in the U.S. and around the world.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2022

Brian McCann’s passed ball advanced the runners, and Stanton then hit a game-ending looper — to Lindor.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 12, 2021

On July 30, 1861, Raymond received a patent for an improved looper; this date is found on all machines later manufactured by the inventor.

From The Invention of the Sewing Machine by Cooper, Grace Rogers