A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Batten down the hatches
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[Nautical]: secure [a boats] hatch-tarpaulins, esp. when rough weather is expected.
Figurative: prepare for a difficult time or [crisis], trouble is coming.
Batten down the hatches meaning & definition 1 of Batten down the hatches.
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to fasten the entrances to the lower part of a ship using wooden boards
Batten down the hatches meaning & definition 2 of Batten down the hatches.
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