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The scientific name for screwworm really struck me, because it’s Cochliomyia hominivorax, which translates to “man-eater.”

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

But instead of taking the seasoned actor’s approach to directing, which often translates to schmaltzy, overly macho films that couldn’t bear their heart to save their lives, Travolta opts for total sincerity.

From Salon • Jun. 10, 2026

“The scale of investment is enormous, and investors will increasingly focus on whether that spending translates into sustainable earnings growth and profitability.”

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The club's nickname 'Los Tuzos', translates to 'the gophers', referring to a burrowing rodent found in North and Central America and serving as a nod to their mining heritage.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

A voice floating in the air scratches a sentence in vuvv and then translates, “Is breakfast included with the double king-size room?”

From "Landscape with Invisible Hand" by M.T. Anderson