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OTA

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-ota 2 American  
  1. a plural suffix occurring in taxonomic names, especially of phyla.

    Eumycota.


Etymology

Origin of -ota

< New Latin < Greek, neuter plural of -ōtos, equivalent to -ō- ( see -osis) + -tos adj. suffix; cf. zygote


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“I think he is representative of where we are at as a football team,” rookie coach Mike Macdonald said after Thursday’s OTA, the second that has been open for media to view.

From Seattle Times ● May 30, 2024

He was not made available to reporters Tuesday, and his availability during OTA workouts is to be determined, a team spokesman said.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 21, 2024

But to Carroll, they matter greatly, and there was no coincidence that the canoe ride occurred on the day before the final OTA and rookies leave for the summer.

From Seattle Times ● Jun. 13, 2023

Brown, who suffered a knee injury in 2021 that still lingered into the 2022 season, appeared to be full go during Monday’s OTA.

From Seattle Times ● May 22, 2023

Mone was present for Monday’s OTA but, as expected, did not take part in any drills.

From Seattle Times ● May 22, 2023

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