sphinx

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Also called the ajo lily, it grows from a deep bulb, has long, wavy-edged leaves and is pollinated by sphinx moths.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 30, 2025

While the 11 rival candidates crisscrossed the central African country pressing the flesh ahead of the October 12 vote, Biya's campaign has been largely virtual, true to his reputation as a secretive "sphinx".

From Barron's • Oct. 9, 2025

Sphingolipids are named for the enigmatic sphinx of ancient mythology because their functions in biology traditionally have been somewhat mysterious.

From Science Daily • Apr. 24, 2024

The limestone sphinx with its "smiley face and two dimples" is thought to represent Roman Emperor Claudius.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 2023

“Always assume the sphinx knows. And in this case, I believe that I do. But first, the riddles.”

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell