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Recent Examples of asp
Among the caterpillars Walker has studied are puss, or asp, caterpillars, whose stings can be excruciating.
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Ivan Amato, Scientific American, 30 Jan. 2025
But this area of research could mean that one day, the asp caterpillar’s venom could bring not only pain but relief.
—Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 Dec. 2023
The team revealed that the venom of asp caterpillars, also known as puss caterpillars, contains a special protein that can form into a ring shape and poke holes in cells.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 July 2023
The researchers believe the caterpillars’ unique venom-delivery adaptation developed some 400 million years ago, when bacteria transferred the special cell-infiltrating gene into an asp.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 July 2023
Egypt fell to Rome in 30 B.C., after Caesar Augustus (at that time still called Octavian) defeated the forces of Cleopatra and Mark Antony at the Battle of Actium, and the Queen, according to a version given by Plutarch—and then, memorably, by Shakespeare—placed an asp on her breast and died.
—The New Yorker, 22 Nov. 2021
Cleopatra killed herself — by the bite of an asp, according to Plutarch.
—Avery Hurt, Discover Magazine, 20 Nov. 2020
When her husband, the Roman general Mark Antony, died in her arms in 30 BCE, Cleopatra took her own life soon after by allowing an asp to bite her by, according to popular belief.
—Christian Edwards, CNN, 10 Nov. 2022
The supplement’s three most potent ingredients are D-aspartic acid (D-asp), fenugreek, and zinc.
—Dallas News, 18 May 2022
Ivan Amato, Scientific American, 30 Jan. 2025
But this area of research could mean that one day, the asp caterpillar’s venom could bring not only pain but relief.
—Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 26 Dec. 2023
The team revealed that the venom of asp caterpillars, also known as puss caterpillars, contains a special protein that can form into a ring shape and poke holes in cells.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 July 2023
The researchers believe the caterpillars’ unique venom-delivery adaptation developed some 400 million years ago, when bacteria transferred the special cell-infiltrating gene into an asp.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 July 2023
Egypt fell to Rome in 30 B.C., after Caesar Augustus (at that time still called Octavian) defeated the forces of Cleopatra and Mark Antony at the Battle of Actium, and the Queen, according to a version given by Plutarch—and then, memorably, by Shakespeare—placed an asp on her breast and died.
—The New Yorker, 22 Nov. 2021
Cleopatra killed herself — by the bite of an asp, according to Plutarch.
—Avery Hurt, Discover Magazine, 20 Nov. 2020
When her husband, the Roman general Mark Antony, died in her arms in 30 BCE, Cleopatra took her own life soon after by allowing an asp to bite her by, according to popular belief.
—Christian Edwards, CNN, 10 Nov. 2022
The supplement’s three most potent ingredients are D-aspartic acid (D-asp), fenugreek, and zinc.
—Dallas News, 18 May 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for asp
Noun
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See it On Sylt Island in northern Germany, a resident’s photograph confirmed the presence of a Vipera berus, also known as the common European adder.—
Stories by Real-Time news team, with AI summarization,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2025
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The 2024 photo, however, clearly showed a Vipera berus, also known as the common European adder or common European viper, on Sylt Island, the study said.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
21 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In the shocking clip, a massive python sprawls on top of a bird cage, its large head trailing down the side of the enclosure.—
Rachel Raposas,
People.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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Searching for invasive Burmese pythons is a rewarding and therapeutic outlet for veterans who struggle with anger and PTSD.—
South Florida Sun Sentinel,
Sun Sentinel,
24 Mar. 2025
Noun
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One being that sphinx involves resting your forearms on the floor while in cobra, just your palms are grounded.—
Christa Sgobba,
SELF,
20 Mar. 2025
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Look at that sad, debilitated cobra languishing in his cage, regret on his brow.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
2 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Props including feather boas, oversized glasses and retro telephones will be available on set.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2025
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During a typical visit, guests can spot emerald and crested anoles flaring their dewlaps along the trails, while lucky visitors may be able to catch a glimpse of a Puerto Rican boa, an endemic snake that can grow nearly two meters in length.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes,
25 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Lizard and Snake Gestation Periods: 12 Months Most snakes don’t have long gestation periods, but northern copperheads can be pregnant for up to nine months, and could give birth to up to 10 offspring.—
Joshua Rapp Learn,
Discover Magazine,
27 Mar. 2025
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Last year, Musgraves shared a series of Instagram Story posts recounting a run-in that Pepper had with a copperhead snake.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
28 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Most rattlesnake bites in California take place between April and October, when humans and snakes are both more active, according to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.—
Don Sweeney,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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As luck would have it, Charlie had been given an antivenin shot just two days before he got bitten by the rattlesnake.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
Noun
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That was when, along the margins of the Juma, the bushmaster snapped into view.—
Terrence McCoy,
Washington Post,
8 Nov. 2023
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Bushmaster The funky blues-rock band wraps up the Falls Church Concerts in the Park series.—
Sarah Lane,
Washington Post,
2 Aug. 2017
Noun
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And dual-gender derbies and moccasins appeal to all.—
Lily Templeton,
WWD,
12 Mar. 2025
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Birkenstock, Uggs, and moccasins are just a few of the quintessential designs that rank for best slippers.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
10 Mar. 2025
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“Asp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/asp. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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