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Even a T-Rex couldn't stick out its tongue

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The most terrifying apex predator in history couldn't even blow a raspberry. The tongue of a T-Rex was deeply anchored to the bottom of its massive jaw with no mobility whatsoever, much like an alligator's. So while it could easily crush a car, licking anything was completely off the table.

Even a T-Rex couldn't stick out its tongue
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