Fertilization targets

Answer:

OVA

Hint:

These tiny cells are released monthly from the ovaries and await a potential union with sperm. Think of the plural form of the female gamete.

Explanation:

"Fertilization targets" hints at what sperm cells aim to reach during reproduction. The answer is "OVA," the plural of ovum, which are the female reproductive cells (eggs) that sperm fertilize. The clue plays on the biological process directly, with no wordplay—just a straightforward definition. Think of it like the bullseye in conception.

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