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Recent Examples of alligator
Crocodiles, alligators, and destructive Burmese pythons thrive in the Everglades, but a new study shows that the singular ecosystem is also vital to South Florida’s economy, helping sustain millions of people who live around its periphery.
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Denise Hruby, Sun Sentinel, 21 June 2025
The alligator was discovered at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park near Gainesville, leading to a risky rescue operation.
—Mark Price, Miami Herald, 13 June 2025
The event will be held June 14 and 15 at Cal Expo, 1600 Exposition Blvd., and will feature thousands of pounds of crawfish flown in from Louisiana alongside Southern staples like gumbo, frog legs, beignets and alligator bites.
—Marcus D. Smith, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2025
The Argentine black and white tegu lizard is like Godzilla compared to the blue bellied lizards and alligator lizards one typically sees in parks and trails around Northern California.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 7 June 2025
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Denise Hruby, Sun Sentinel, 21 June 2025
The alligator was discovered at Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park near Gainesville, leading to a risky rescue operation.
—Mark Price, Miami Herald, 13 June 2025
The event will be held June 14 and 15 at Cal Expo, 1600 Exposition Blvd., and will feature thousands of pounds of crawfish flown in from Louisiana alongside Southern staples like gumbo, frog legs, beignets and alligator bites.
—Marcus D. Smith, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2025
The Argentine black and white tegu lizard is like Godzilla compared to the blue bellied lizards and alligator lizards one typically sees in parks and trails around Northern California.
—Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 7 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alligator
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The longer shorts have been a hit in her orbit as of late, from her friend Hailey Bieber’s polka-dot pants to her sister Kim Kardashian’s crocodile swim capris.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
25 June 2025
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The towering shoes, made of bright blue imitation crocodile skin and fastened with silk ribbons around the ankle, were inspired by styles from the 18th and 19th centuries.—
Rosa Rahimi,
CNN Money,
19 June 2025
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There are four antelope twisting and flying up her hip, her side.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
16 June 2025
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In 2019, just 19 roan antelopes were estimated to exist in Kenya, according to conservation experts.—
Lauren Liebhaber,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2025
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Admission is free for kids 12 and under Saturday and Sunday this year.—
Jay Cohen,
Chicago Tribune,
30 June 2025
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Supreme had skaters, kids who didn’t fit in anywhere else.—
Adam Zagoria,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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As always, Kardashian accessorized the look to perfection, finishing it off with a pair of snakeskin boots and huge, futuristic shield shades (a big celebrity trend of the moment).—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
26 June 2025
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Over the weekend, Jenner posted a photo of her long, oval nails to her Instagram Stories, showing off the most incredible tan and black snakeskin manicure.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
23 June 2025
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Outdoor lights typically contain seals to protect against rain; however, these seals are not built to withstand the high pressure of a pressure washer.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 June 2025
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Even without actual mucus, suction cups with a water seal have been found to hang onto things 55 times longer than those without.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
28 June 2025
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Not just for pigskin enthusiasts, the backyard is a sports lover’s paradise and also includes a putting green, basketball hoop, and soccer goal.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
1 Apr. 2025
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Young picked up the loose pigskin and scored what was eventually the game-winning touchdown.—
Quentin Corpuel,
Kansas City Star,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Alligator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alligator. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.
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