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noun • smaller of two tall fast-running flightless birds similar to ostriches but three-toed; found from Peru to Strait of Magellan • fertility goddess in ancient Greek mythology; wife of Cronus and mother of Zeus; identified with Roman Ops and Cybele of ancient Asia Minor • larger of two tall fast-running flightless birds similar to ostriches but three-toed; found from Brazil to Patagonia | ||||||||
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noun • a metal frame or container holding cartridges; can be inserted into an automatic gun • an instance or single occasion for some event • any of various small fasteners used to hold loose articles together • an article of jewelry that can be clipped onto a hat or dress • the act of clipping or snipping • a sharp slanting blow verb • sever or remove by pinching or snipping • run at a moderately swift pace • attach with a clip • cultivate, tend, and cut back the growth of • terminate or abbreviate before its intended or proper end or its full extent | ||||||||
Their Work Is Shear Delight
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