mussels
- plural of mussel.
Example Sentences
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Conservationists say this and other extraordinary deep-sea snails, limpets, mussels and clams could be threatened by plans to mine valuable minerals from the deep seabed.
From BBC • Jul. 9, 2026
Instead, it has proven to be about Appalachian springsnails—and a few other rare or endangered species, including freshwater mussels, fish, and crustaceans.
From Slate • Apr. 27, 2026
They say the mussels have disappeared because of the plant's wastewater.
From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026
The lineup is spectacular: scallops, mussels, snow crab leg meat and claws, cod, lobster tails and claws — all pristine, fresh, and ready to be devoured.
From Salon • Dec. 4, 2025
I wrapped the mussels in leaves and sort of steamed them in coals.
From "My Side of the Mountain" by Jean Craighead George
