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moth

[mawth, moth] / mɔθ, mɒθ /
NOUN
caterpillar
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In the moth, scientists found a surprising twist.

From Science Daily • May 4, 2026

In another chapter, Mr. Haskell follows the path of an owlet moth into the cranefly orchid’s flower and lets us watch how sacs of pollen attach themselves to the insect’s eye.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The third is almost like the moth to the flame.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 13, 2026

"Everyone else is like a moth to flame."

From Barron's • Nov. 8, 2025

“I mean, if you keep the moth where it is, on me, but fall asleep up there, could you...do you think that maybe you could stay here? With me?”

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor




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