specimen

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The new specimen predates them by 20 million years, placing M. cousteaui near the base of the chelicerate lineage.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

It had been tucked away in a museum drawer for decades as it was thought to have been an unremarkable specimen.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

Preparing the specimen was a slow and careful process.

From Science Daily • Mar. 10, 2026

The dolphin-sized creature, named Xiphodracon goldencapensis and nicknamed the "Sword Dragon of Dorset," is the only known specimen of its species.

From Science Daily • Feb. 24, 2026

The manager, Mr. McCaffrey, says, I would like to see a specimen of your handwriting, to see, in short, if you have a decent fist.

From "Angela's Ashes: A Memoir" by Frank McCourt