striped
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John Boyne, best known for writing The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas, was longlisted for the Polari Prize earlier this month for his latest novel Earth.
From BBC • Aug. 18, 2025
Striped skunks are less likely to evolve with their famous and white markings where the threat of predation from mammals is low, scientists from the University of Bristol, Montana and Long Beach, California have discovered.
From Science Daily • Nov. 21, 2023
Striped skunks, native to much of North America, sport some of the most recognizable colorations on the planet, with jet-black fur and white racing stripes that run from head to tail.
From National Geographic • Oct. 6, 2023
Rex Design Handmade Striped Stoneware Vase: These wheel-thrown vases are as unique and elegant as her, and are available in three sizes.
From Seattle Times • May 6, 2022
Striped balloons and plump golden dirigibles clustered in the center with baskets ready to receive parcels and packages.
From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton
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