extinction
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An official at the State Organisation for Turkmen Horses told AFP the breed was "on the brink of extinction", hailing the "interest" that has been shown from the country's leaders.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
Surveys of AI researchers consistently report nontrivial probabilities assigned to human extinction from AI: A 2023 survey of nearly 2,800 researchers produced a median estimate in the 5% to 10% range.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
Male-female pair bonding is in no danger of extinction.
From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026
"Natterjack toads are on the verge of extinction and it's vital we understand ways to protect and boost the populations that remain."
From BBC • May 31, 2026
The panthers, elk, and timberwolves were being driven to extinction, the beaver and bear nearly so.
From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson
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