: an anthropoid ape (Pan troglodytes) of equatorial Africa that is smaller and more arboreal than the gorilla compare bonobo
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Examples of chimpanzee in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebIn February, a chimpanzee named Natalia gave birth at BIOPARC Valencia, a zoo park in Valencia, Spain.—Bailey Richards, Peoplemag, 21 May 2024 When a chimpanzee steals food, the victim often retaliates.—Tomas Weber, Rolling Stone, 18 May 2024 The story follows Owen Teague as Noa, a young chimpanzee who is forced on a journey of self-discovery after his village comes under attack.—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 17 May 2024 The new story revolves around a young chimpanzee named Noa (Owen Teague) who lives peacefully with his isolated clan.—Sydney Bucksbaum, EW.com, 9 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for chimpanzee
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