sac

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In these cases, the sheer size of the cell and the presence of a large yolk sac prevent the actin ring from fully closing.

From Science Daily • Feb. 28, 2026

Meanwhile, the cul de sac, a street design much in favor with the architects of suburban developments, have become artificial catchments for these highly flammable weeds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 17, 2025

Battling strong currents, Ralph Pace captured this image of a swell shark egg case, revealing a glowing embryo, complete with gill slits and a yolk sac.

From BBC • Oct. 14, 2025

The organism’s various states of evolution — as an egg sac or the Facehuggers that hatch from them — are back too.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 12, 2025

“Egg laying. It’s time I made an egg sac and filled it with eggs.”

From "Charlotte's Web" by E.B. White