Malariologists have an inordinate fondness for jargon, which has infected mosquito specialists, too.

The thought shower process often releases a great deal of creativity and it is surprising how often a suggestion, which previously would have been discounted immediately as impossible, leads to some action when it is considered in this way.

The plumage at this season undergoes a great change from that of winter, in addition to the white gorget and thigh-patch, the black mane and the white plumes on the neck, it thickens, glossens and becomes very rich in metallic lustre.

The mammiferous secretary slithered in, changed the spool and slithered out again, giving me a small, hygienic smile en route.