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octopus

[ok-tuh-puhs] / ˈɒk tə pəs /


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Scientists thought the fossil showed eight arms, fins and other features typical of an octopus.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

This discovery significantly changes the timeline for octopus evolution.

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

The giant Pacific octopus lives throughout the Pacific, from the coasts of Southern California to Japan.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

My favorite dish of the night followed: tawa-charred octopus served with cauliflower purée, fennel and crunchy rice for texture, all brightened with yuzu-lime chaat aioli and an orange glaze.

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2026

She puts her fingers to her temples, like I taught her to do, and I wiggle my fingers like a gigantic octopus.

From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila




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