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teeming

[tee-ming] / ˈti mɪŋ /


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US palaeontologist Stephen Godfrey compared the "truly unique discovery" to past major underwater finds, such as when scientists first identified hydrothermal vents teeming with life on the ocean floor in 1977.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

The teeming secondary material produced about his work always emphasizes the dislocations of his biography.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Sir David was close to home again for this series, which lifted the lid on the teeming activity that can make UK gardens just as fascinating as wilder and more exotic places.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

Orellana-Peralta was a bystander in the store, which was teeming with shoppers buying last-minute Christmas gifts.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

A burst of laughter reached us from the sidewalk, still teeming with people.

From "We Are Okay" by Nina LaCour




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