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snapper

[snap-er] / ˈsnæp ər /


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As dawn breaks over Ghana's Atlantic coast, artisanal fishing boats return to shore with last night's catch -- baskets of snapper, crabs, rays and a distinct-looking fish locals call "esene".

From Barron's ● Jul. 23, 2026

Abeta says the administration is also developing ocean farming of species like milkfish, snapper and sea cucumbers to support exports and domestic food security.

From BBC ● Apr. 26, 2026

Former USC long snapper Jake Olson made college football history at the Coliseum in September 2017 as the first completely blind player to compete in a Division I college football game.

From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 24, 2026

Chicago-based John’s Food and Wine, which serves a $52 red snapper and an $83 steak, charges a 20% service fee across all orders, divided up among hourly staff.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 12, 2026

I miss spicy stewed chicken and red snapper seasoned to the bone.

From "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi

The fish included golden African snappers, blackbar soldierfish, Guinean angelfish, West African goatfish, the Monrovia doctorfish, three-banded butterflyfish, and two species of damselfish.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 15, 2026

We've been speaking to snappers about the art of the "one shot" - and also asking showbiz experts why we're all so fascinated by the snatched backseat photo.

From BBC ● Feb. 27, 2026

It’s not easy for NFL long snappers to stand out, their exacting trade hinging exclusively on repeating the same action without fail or fanfare.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 4, 2025

When this problem came up earlier this year, Rivera tried out several other long snappers but decided to stay with Camaron Cheeseman.

From Washington Times ● Dec. 18, 2023

In less than two hours we caught three dozen snappers.

From "Flush" by Carl Hiaasen




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