variants
also biologic
as in birth
being such by blood and not by adoption or marriage
the rights of the biological father in this case
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Recent Examples of biological
Examples of triggers include sunflowers, honeycombs, spires, sponges, seedy fruits, and different biological images in the animal kingdom such as bee hives, and the skin of snakes, lizards, frogs, and other reptiles.
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John Sergio, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024
Then there was the extremist militia guys hired by his biological father (Will Patton), which left Beth blown up in her office, Kayce in a gunfight, Monica and Tate fighting off killers and John Dutton left for dead by the side of the road.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 15 Dec. 2024
In addition to Lionel — who has had an illustrious career with the Commodores and on his own — Nicole's biological father, Peter, is also an accomplished musician.
—Nicole Briese, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
And that’s when William overhears the news that Jamie is his biological father.
—Lincee Ray, EW.com, 7 Dec. 2024
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John Sergio, Newsweek, 15 Dec. 2024
Then there was the extremist militia guys hired by his biological father (Will Patton), which left Beth blown up in her office, Kayce in a gunfight, Monica and Tate fighting off killers and John Dutton left for dead by the side of the road.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 15 Dec. 2024
In addition to Lionel — who has had an illustrious career with the Commodores and on his own — Nicole's biological father, Peter, is also an accomplished musician.
—Nicole Briese, People.com, 13 Dec. 2024
And that’s when William overhears the news that Jamie is his biological father.
—Lincee Ray, EW.com, 7 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for biological
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If self-paid, a birth doula can cost $1,200 to $4,000, depending on whether pre- and post-birth visits are included.Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 3 May 2024
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The pregnancy announcement, the gender reveal, the baby shower, the pregnancy photo shoot, the birth photo shoot, the post-birth photo shoot, the sip-n-see.Shani Silver, refinery29.com, 31 May 2024
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Games where there needs to be a legitimate response and pushback. After being embarrassed 5-1 by the Boston Bruins on Saturday night — one of several lacklustre showings at Rogers Arena this season — the Vancouver Canucks had to show up with a strong effort against the Colorado Avalanche.Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 17 Dec. 2024
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This process guarantees that all advertisements are from legitimate, reliable companies only.Michael Fox, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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The Jungle By Upton Sinclair As part of their advocacy for the natural, Lust and other irregular doctors also vehemently opposed vaccines.Shayla Love, The Atlantic, 10 Dec. 2024
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The weave has natural flecking in it which is a result of keeping the wool fiber natural and undyed.Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Biological.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/biological. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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