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Chrysalis

Definition

(biological) The stage in the life cycle of certain insects, such as butterflies and moths, where the caterpillar transforms into a pupa, undergoing a dramatic physical transformation before emerging as a fully formed adult. Often used metaphorically to describe a period of transformation or growth.

Example Sentences

1The caterpillar spun a protective chrysalis around itself before undergoing the magical transformation into a beautiful butterfly.
2What appears to be a state of dormancy is actually a critical period of reorganisation, much like the chrysalis stage in the life cycle of a butterfly.
3The company is going through a chrysalis phase, restructuring its operations and refocusing its mission before emerging stronger and more resilient.
4In many cultures, the chrysalis is seen as a symbol of spiritual transformation, representing the struggle to emerge into a new state of being.
5The artist's latest work is a powerful exploration of the human experience, using the chrysalis as a potent metaphor for the fragility and beauty of transformation.

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