Fossey
Americannoun
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As Dian Fossey, the tireless guardian of Mountain Gorillas, once said, "When you realize the value of all life, you dwell less on what is past and concentrate more on the preservation of the future."
From Salon ● Oct. 7, 2023
The new study was made possible by the existence of a unique database currently managed by the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, a nonprofit conservation group in Rwanda.
From Scientific American ● May 23, 2023
Det Supt Alison Fossey, of Jersey Police, told the inquest that the investigation would be long and complex and could take several months.
From BBC ● Dec. 30, 2022
Although Apted himself was never nominated for an Oscar, his films would garner two more acting nominations: Sigourney Weaver for her portrayal of Dian Fossey in “Gorillas in the Mist” and Jodie Foster for “Nell.”
From Seattle Times ● Jan. 8, 2021
As to Adapa, it may be mentioned here that Fossey has shown reason for holding that the true reading of the name is Adamu.
From The Project Gutenberg Encyclopedia Volume 1 of 28 by Project Gutenberg
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