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.
Steel yourself
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a strong metal that is a mixture of iron and carbon, used for making things that need a strong structure, especially vehicles and buildings:
Steel yourself meaning & definition 1 of Steel yourself.
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to force yourself to get ready to do something unpleasant or difficult:
Steel yourself meaning & definition 2 of Steel yourself.
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