worm
Example Sentences
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"The screw worm can be detected easily, and it can be treated," he told journalists.
From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026
This is a case of the early bird losing the worm.
From MarketWatch • May 20, 2026
But maybe in some twisted reality, their donation really was a move of pure benevolence, and not a blatant way to worm their wealth into another facet of our everyday lives.
From Salon • May 6, 2026
At the bottom of some mezcal bottles sits one of the most recognizable curiosities in the world of spirits: a pale, curled "worm" preserved in alcohol.
From Science Daily • Apr. 26, 2026
Then ripped the half in half and twisted it into a paper worm.
From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds
