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antlion

British  
/ ˈæntˌlaɪən /

noun

  1. Also called: antlion fly.  any of various neuropterous insects of the family Myrmeleontidae, which typically resemble dragonflies and are most common in tropical regions

  2. Also called (US): doodlebug.  the larva of this insect, which has very large jaws and buries itself in the sand to await its prey

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A solution that works better for my needs is Antlion Audio’s ModMic USB microphone.

From The Verge • Feb. 25, 2021

Antlion also makes an all-wireless rechargeable microphone for $120, if you want to go that route, which also has dual mic modes and can stick to your headphones with adhesive.

From The Verge • Feb. 25, 2021

A group calling itself the Antlion Entertainment Art Collective claimed responsibility, Fox affiliate KRQE-TV reported.

From Fox News • Jul. 3, 2020

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