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The hyoid bone is the only bone in the human body not connected to other bones.

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The hyoid bone, located in the throat, is not directly attached to any other bone. It is suspended by muscles and ligaments and helps with swallowing and speech. It is the only bone in the human body with this characteristic.

Source: Journal of Anatomy

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