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elephant

[el-uh-fuhnt] / ˈɛl ə fənt /
NOUN
large mammal
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Elephant seals crowd its beaches, king penguins climb its green slopes, and albatrosses glide above the open landscape.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

For Elephant Sessions, a four-piece from the Scottish Highlands who blend traditional Celtic music with upbeat funk and electronica, the money will help to cover rising touring costs including van hire, fuel, accommodation and merchandise.

From BBC • Apr. 24, 2026

The production arrived at the Southwark Playhouse Elephant following successful runs at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

And the resulting feel of Elephant Valley is that we, the paying customers, are simply their house guests.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2026

At that instant, the She Elephant noticed him watching her.

From "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer




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