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chimera

[kahy-meer-uh] / kaɪˈmɪər ə /


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The researchers built a small molecule using RIBOTAC, short for Ribonuclease-Targeting Chimera.

From Science Daily • Nov. 13, 2025

Prof Chimera said there are many positives that come with playing sports, including physical activity and the social benefits from being part of a team.

From BBC • Oct. 30, 2023

The Chimera, like the Gorgon or the Greek sphinx — and unlike its Egyptian counterpart, which is male and benevolent — is a lady monster, a composite of terrors.

From New York Times • Feb. 16, 2023

Originally released in October 1969, the LP has been rereleased on Sean Lennon’s Chimera label in celebration of what would have been his parents’ 50th wedding anniversary.

From Salon • Apr. 26, 2019

The Chimera might still be up there with its snaky, fat mother, waiting to finish me off.

From "The Lightning Thief" by Rick Riordan




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