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also tike
as in dog
a domestic mammal that is related to the wolves and foxes
adopted a lovable tyke from the local animal shelter
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There are two scenes that show the transformation of main characters into the Tin Man and the Scarecrow, and while the more harrowing stuff is seen in flashes or close-ups, there’s still some unnerving body horror that could give tykes nightmares.
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Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
20 Nov. 2025
An inspiring 60-second spot from Pampers features an array of wee tykes, all being comforted or protected by the popular Procter & Gamble diaper.
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Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
James, who was first introduced to TV viewers as Family Matters tyke Richie Crawford, has forged an impressive career in daytime.
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Andy Swift,
TVLine,
11 Aug. 2025
Colombian rapper Maluma stopped a concert in Mexico City to chastise one of his own fans for bringing her infant to his show and exposing the tyke to high decibel levels.
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Sandra Lilley,
NBC news,
11 Aug. 2025
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Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
20 Nov. 2025
An inspiring 60-second spot from Pampers features an array of wee tykes, all being comforted or protected by the popular Procter & Gamble diaper.
—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
James, who was first introduced to TV viewers as Family Matters tyke Richie Crawford, has forged an impressive career in daytime.
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Andy Swift,
TVLine,
11 Aug. 2025
Colombian rapper Maluma stopped a concert in Mexico City to chastise one of his own fans for bringing her infant to his show and exposing the tyke to high decibel levels.
—
Sandra Lilley,
NBC news,
11 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tyke
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What breaks my heart is that Vermax’s cries sounded like a dog crying, a dog dying.
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Roughly the size of a large dog and weighing more than 110 pounds (50 kilograms), the quadruped robot is designed to navigate industrial facilities that include staircases, narrow walkways, uneven surfaces, and confined spaces.
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The plane doubles as a playset and airship and features more than 15 pieces, including a puppy companion.
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The former Jon & Kate Plus 8 star also shared pictures of himself and his wife holding and doting over the new puppy.
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“Tyke.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tyke. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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