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Recent Examples of copperhead
Among them are the rattlesnake, cottonmouth (or water moccasin), copperhead and coral snake.
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Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 6 June 2024
The northern copperhead snake is described as having two shades of copper or a reddish-brown color.
—Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 31 Aug. 2024
Unlike rattlesnakes, copperhead venom is relatively mild and deaths from their bites are extremely rare, according to the N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 31 May 2024
The Australian Museum in Sydney said on its website that copperhead snakes have powerful neurotoxic venom and that a bite can be fatal without medical attention.
—Patrick Smith, NBC News, 28 Oct. 2024
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Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 6 June 2024
The northern copperhead snake is described as having two shades of copper or a reddish-brown color.
—Erica Lamberg, Fox News, 31 Aug. 2024
Unlike rattlesnakes, copperhead venom is relatively mild and deaths from their bites are extremely rare, according to the N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 31 May 2024
The Australian Museum in Sydney said on its website that copperhead snakes have powerful neurotoxic venom and that a bite can be fatal without medical attention.
—Patrick Smith, NBC News, 28 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for copperhead
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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The hypothetical rattlesnake in the ivy on Franklin Avenue.—
Joan Didion,
New Yorker,
31 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
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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
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
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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
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One of several constrictors known to exist in the ‘glades, the python has decimated native species including rabbits, raccoons, opossums, and birds.—
Alan Clemons,
Outdoor Life,
20 Feb. 2025
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Boa constrictor hitches ride on Arizona man's car An Arizona driver was shocked to find a huge snake hanging underneath his vehicle in November.—
Shelby Slade,
The Arizona Republic,
27 Dec. 2024
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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
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Sub-Saharan Africa’s black mamba can deliver anywhere between 120 mg and 400 mg with every bite, while the Gaboon viper delivers up to an astounding 1000 mg per bite.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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The design started with the black mamba (the snake).—
Chuck Schilken,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Jan. 2025
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“Copperhead.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/copperhead. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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