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Carl Pieri GreyhoundLike missiles on a beach Exploding the sand. The muscles contract and release Like the pistons of an engine Powering the body. The bones strain Like the steel of a building Supporting the beast. The jaw clenches Like a ravenous boa Grabbing the prey. |
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