stump
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Unlike a tree stump, which preserves rings from an organism's entire life, dinosaur bones provide only a partial record.
From Science Daily • Jun. 22, 2026
He just wanted to be noticed for using his body "in a unique way" - and Villa did, paying £2.75m for his services as Celtic failed to stump up the cash.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026
As I recall the story, Homer grilled Leibowitz, trying to stump him with math questions.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
A staple of his stump speech is an impersonation of the president.
From Slate • May 19, 2026
With the stump tight in my fist, I open the door with my free hand and step outside.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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