mutant

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In some cases, mutant forms of MeCP2 are produced in smaller amounts or have reduced ability to bind DNA, which is essential for carrying out its role in controlling gene activity.

From Science Daily • Mar. 6, 2026

More recently, he appeared in “Fallout” just long enough for his character to be mauled to death by a mutant bear.

From Salon • Jan. 15, 2026

Prior to Disney’s acquisition of Fox in 2019, the iconic mutant superhero team headlined its own franchise, which kicked off with the 2000 film “X-Men.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 6, 2026

Under the endless hood is preserved Ferrari’s naturally aspirated V12 engine, a 6.5-liter, 818-hp mutant known as the HD140.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 23, 2025

I have nothing against a well-defined mutant or full-scale alien invasion—that's good technology.

From "Me Talk Pretty One Day" by David Sedaris