Example Sentences

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Slowly and delicately, the new sculpin hat emerged.

From Scientific American • Jun. 29, 2022

“Many people don’t realize how amazing and beautiful our local marine life is, and with our smaller tanks it’s frequently easier to get eye to eye with a grunt sculpin or decorated warbonnet.”

From Seattle Times • Sep. 21, 2021

“Maybe a little ahead of his time. The Shenk sculpin and LeTort cricket? They’re go-to flies.”

From Washington Times • Mar. 5, 2016

Its removal restored a habitat for American eel, brook trout, brown trout, slimy sculpin, and sea lamprey.

From The Verge • Jan. 28, 2016

Earl Wakefield caught a sculpin with two heads and sold it to the museum for eight dollars.

From "Cannery Row" by John Steinbeck