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Can dental work cause an upset stomach?
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Does going to the dentist literally make your stomach turn? You're not alone. Learn how dental procedures can cause an upset stomach.
The Leatherback Sea Turtle Is the Size of a Small Car
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The leatherback sea turtle is the heavyweight of the sea turtle world ... literally. This sea turtle species can grow as long as a small car and weighing over half a ton!
Waxing Moronic: 10 Wrong Facts From Song Lyrics
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Lyrics aren't always meant to be taken literally, but some artists just get it plain wrong with the facts in their songs. Hum along at HowStuffWorks.
BMW Introduces Concept Cars That Change Color With the Push of a Button
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Do you get easily bored with things like the color of your car? BMW is introducing a couple of concept cars that literally change color at your whim.
How is volcanic ash made?
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Volcanic ash is what's left after a volcano literally blows its top. Learn how volcanic ash can devastate everything under its gray blanket.
Is there a way to compare a human being to an engine in terms of efficiency
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Is there a way to compare a human being to an engine in terms of efficiency? For example, can you calculate the equivalent "miles per gallon" (kilometers per liter) rating for a person riding a bicycle?
The Ridiculous History of the Chastity Belt
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Chastity belts were supposedly worn by women in the Middle Ages to keep them from having sex. A literal lock for a woman's nether regions. But how much truth is there to this torture device?
Triceratops: Facts About the Life and Times of a Three-horned Dinosaur
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Triceratops - which literally means "three-horned face" - is one of the most spectacular and well-known of all dinosaurs. It shared the Cretaceous landscape with, and probably was preyed upon by, Tyrannosaurus rex.
5 Types of Figurative Language With Examples
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Figurative language is a cornerstone of expressive writing. Unlike literal language, which conveys information plainly and directly, figurative language introduces an imaginative spark, offering the reader new ways to view ideas and emotions.
How to Build a Wood-Burning Stove
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You can build a wood-burning stove out of a 55-gallon (208.2-liter) steel barrel plus some odds and ends. Learn how to build a wood-burning stove in this article.