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The hyoid bone in the human throat is the only bone not connected to any other bone.

Why it is true

Located in the neck, between the chin and the thyroid cartilage, the hyoid bone is held in place by muscles and ligaments, serving as an anchor point for the tongue.

Source: Anatomy

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