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Recent Examples of concretion
The head of the ankylosaur still partly encased in the concretion it was discovered in.
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Jeanne Timmons, Ars Technica, 25 Jan. 2023
The concretions preserved the soft-bodied organism from further decay, but unfortunately the fossils are often flattened due to the weight of the overlying sediment.
—David Bressan, Forbes, 18 Apr. 2023
In the mud layers deposited around 300 million years ago at the bottom of a basin, marine organisms are preserved inside carbonate concretions.
—David Bressan, Forbes, 18 Apr. 2023
During excavations, the archaeologists found Spanish silver coins concreted into the shapes of the sacks that once contained them and recovered a cup attached to a large, unidentified concretion weighing about 100 pounds.
—Michael Bawaya, Discover Magazine, 29 Apr. 2015
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Jeanne Timmons, Ars Technica, 25 Jan. 2023
The concretions preserved the soft-bodied organism from further decay, but unfortunately the fossils are often flattened due to the weight of the overlying sediment.
—David Bressan, Forbes, 18 Apr. 2023
In the mud layers deposited around 300 million years ago at the bottom of a basin, marine organisms are preserved inside carbonate concretions.
—David Bressan, Forbes, 18 Apr. 2023
During excavations, the archaeologists found Spanish silver coins concreted into the shapes of the sacks that once contained them and recovered a cup attached to a large, unidentified concretion weighing about 100 pounds.
—Michael Bawaya, Discover Magazine, 29 Apr. 2015
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for concretion
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Persistent boxing personality posted this AI image to troll Stevenson—one of his favorite pastimes: While an argument can be made that Stevenson needs to chase more finishes, that’s not his style, and fight fans who don’t appreciate that expose their limited absorption of the sport.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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Editor's tip: This product's styling polymers create a thin, invisible umbrella that helps lock your style and prevent moisture absorption from the air.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
17 Feb. 2025
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Multichannel payment integration and real-time customization tools are becoming standard features of modern checkout systems.—
Antony Robinson,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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La Roca Village’s seamless integration of fashion, art and dining, coupled with its traffic-free, serene setting, allows visitors to enjoy the perks of city shopping without the typical chaos, providing an ideal retreat for those seeking both excitement and relaxation.—
Fairchild Studio,
WWD,
4 Mar. 2025
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According to Koji Iwata Manager, Marketing Strategy Department, the incorporation of the LCM has 3 main advantages - 35% lower weight, no acoustic noise (critical when humans are present) and longer lifetimes.—
Sabbir Rangwala,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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Officials said in the District 219 release that from contributions to the conception of the program to the incorporation of the hands-on simulation labs, Seiwert helped create a safe and inclusive learning environment where Bridges students can thrive and develop essential life skills.—
Pioneer Press,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Mar. 2025
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Before the merger is finalized, there could be turbulence ahead, mainly because of CBS News.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
26 Feb. 2025
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The other sticky wicket in the Paramount-Skydance merger is Trump’s current lawsuit against CBS News.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
26 Feb. 2025
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Critics argue that Spotify’s algorithmic curation contributes to the homogenization of taste.—
Diana Spehar,
Forbes,
6 Dec. 2024
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The next stage is material homogenization which guarantees its high-phase purity.—
William Mullane,
USA TODAY,
31 Jan. 2025
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Belafonte’s role in one of the most public unifications of global spirit ever recorded was immense.—
Mike Hanlon,
New Atlas,
5 Mar. 2025
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Netflix’s lush historical drama tackles the struggles of the aristocracy in 19th-century Sicily amid the attempts at the unification of Italy.—
Abid Rahman,
The Hollywood Reporter,
1 Mar. 2025
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Alsup handed down the order on a temporary restraining order sought by labor unions and nonprofits in a lawsuit filed by the coalition last week.—
JANIE HAR THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
arkansasonline.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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Terror is not a word used loosely by the coalition members.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Concretion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/concretion. Accessed 11 Mar. 2025.
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