manta ray

as in ray
any of several extremely large rays the manta ray blended in beautifully with the sandy ocean floor

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Recent Examples of manta ray On the longer three-day voyages, guests will also be taken to the sand dunes of Taka Makassar, a snorkeling excursion at Manta Point — naturally with plenty of manta rays to swim with — and a trip to Mawan Island for more swimming, hiking or just relaxing on the beach. Adam Morganstern, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025 The second and third day of the festival both kick off with a lengthy snorkeling session that’s carefully planned to ensure manta ray sightings, while a dedicated Manta Research Trip provides an opportunity for guests to experience the animals from a more scientific perspective. Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025 Throughout all four days of the retreat, guests can take part in fascinating educational seminars, with topics spanning from manta ray identification methods to the inner workings of plankton, a diverse type of organism that makes up the bulk of a manta ray’s diet. Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025 While the Indian Ocean boasts iconic creatures spanning from the green sea turtle to the dugong, the manta ray has captivated cultures across the globe for centuries, earning a reputation for their large size and gentle disposition. Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for manta ray
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  • Make sure your glasses provide 100% UV protection to shield your eyes from harmful ultraviolet rays and are made from durable, shatterproof material.
    Nora Colomer, FOXNews.com, 18 Apr. 2025
  • The intraocular lenses are made of silicone, acrylic, or other plastics and are coated in material to protect the eyes from the sun's ultraviolet rays.
    Saleen Martin, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2025
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  • According to the outlets, the organization behind the narco manta has not been identified, although the Baja California district attorney shared that an investigation is underway.
    Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 28 Feb. 2025
  • According to the outlets, the organization behind the narco manta has not been identified, although the Baja California district attorney shared that an investigation is underway.
    Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 28 Feb. 2025

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“Manta ray.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manta%20ray. Accessed 1 May. 2025.

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