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Mammoth
/ˈmæm.əθ/noun / adjective
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A mammoth is a large, extinct elephant-like mammal that roamed the Earth during the Ice Age, distinguished by its massive size, curved tusks, and thick fur adapted to cold climates. In contemporary usage, it metaphorically describes something extraordinarily large or overwhelming, like a mammoth task in project management that demands immense resources and effort.
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In 2018, researchers successfully sequenced the complete genome of a woolly mammoth from a 52,000-year-old specimen, revealing it shares 99.94% of its DNA with modern Asian elephants and opening doors to potential de-extinction efforts. This breakthrough has sparked ethical debates about reviving ancient species in a changing climate.
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