tails

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Hutchings uses scallops, large shrimp and fish fillets, but other options like oysters, lobster tails, crabs, mussels and clams are perfectly acceptable.

From Salon • Apr. 6, 2026

England will start the tournament with their tails up after beating co-hosts Sri Lanka in both one-day international and T20 series -- they have lost just one T20 series since the 2024 World Cup.

From Barron's • Feb. 3, 2026

But, as Arteta said, there is a "long way" to go - and both City and Villa remain hot on Arsenal's tails.

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025

In 1963 a “Gentleman’s C” was common, but students had to work their tails off to get a B. A’s were rare: only 10% of marks in 1963.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 25, 2025

The chocolates are shaped like mice, with almond ears and licorice tails.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern