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The name Satyrex combines Satyr, a half-human, half-beast figure from Greek mythology known for exaggerated anatomy, with the Latin word rēx, meaning "king."
From Science Daily • Apr. 6, 2026
This designation means that universities will reinvest any leftover funds after expenses – they don’t use the word “profit” – into programs that advance the university’s mission.
From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026
Satisfied is perhaps the best word to describe how Norco High pitcher Coral Williams felt after tossing a three-hit shutout in the Gold Bracket championship game of the Michelle Carew Softball Classic.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026
Once word began to spread that an F-15E was lost, U.S. search-and-rescue teams sprang into action.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
And then, without saying another word, Mr. Dannenberg drives away.
From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.