Sentences with Vestigial

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6 Example Sentences Showcasing the Meaning of 'Vestigial'

The flightless wings of certain bird species are considered vestigial structures.

The eyes of some deep-sea creatures are vestigial due to the lack of light in their habitat.

The vestigial leaves on the cactus serve no purpose in water storage.

The wings of flightless beetles are vestigial, as they have adapted to a ground-dwelling lifestyle.

The tail of a dachshund is vestigial compared to the longer tails of other dog breeds.

Some fish species have vestigial lungs that allow them to gulp air at the water's surface.

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