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ecosystem

[ee-koh-sis-tuhm, ek-oh-] / ˈi koʊˌsɪs təm, ˈɛk oʊ- /
NOUN
environment
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We are an arrogant species, frustrated by our humble place in this ecosystem.

From Salon ● Nov. 1, 2026

A strong ecosystem of businesses serving senior citizens could play a role in bridging that gap.

From BBC ● Oct. 30, 2026

At some point hyperscalers may have to pull back, which could hurt the entire AI ecosystem.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026

“It’s time to renew that compact while also recognizing the ecosystem needs to evolve,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026

The enormous aquarium reaches all the way to the ceiling, the collections of rocks and coral that once were a part of the aquatic ecosystem still intact.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman

Another major oil slick washed up on the shores of Iran's Qeshm Island in August, which experts said threatened wildlife, protected ecosystems and fishing communities.

From BBC ● Oct. 23, 2026

"We know what is needed: ambitious emissions reductions, stronger protection and restoration efforts, and sustained investment in resilient coastal ecosystems and the communities that depend on them," he said in a statement.

From Barron's ● Oct. 22, 2026

The scientists are now urging more comprehensive investigations of cave ecosystems throughout China to uncover additional species and better understand these fragile underground habitats.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 21, 2026

GCash is one of the Philippines’s largest digital cashless ecosystems, serving 94 million users through its mobile wallet and financial app.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 20, 2026

In a larger sense, it means that the aids virus is a natural survivor of changes in ecosystems.

From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston


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