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Recent Examples of alligators
The Steinhart Aquarium at the California Academy of Sciences has had alligators on display for more than 100 years, although Claude is the museum’s first albino alligator, the museum said.
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Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alligators
Noun
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These hydrocolloid gel bandages seal the blister and provide cushioning against further friction, which will get your kids back in the mood to meet Minnie Mouse super fast.—
Terri Peters,
Parents,
6 Mar. 2026
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For homes with pets and kids, this machine-washable throw is a smart pick; simply lay the blanket flat to dry and shake it out to restore its fluffiness.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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We Pekingese are reared on shark fins, curlew liver, and the breast of quail; for drink, the milk of antelopes that pasture in imperial parks.—
Andrew Norman Wilson,
Harpers Magazine,
24 Feb. 2026
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The land, which is home to herds of pronghorn antelope, mountain lions, wolves, mule deer and groves of aspen trees, was originally planned for geothermal development when Santa Clara city leaders bought it nearly 50 years ago.—
Paul Rogers,
Mercury News,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Certification seals that look official but aren’t clear The FTC’s Green Guides caution against seals or certifications that imply broad environmental benefits without clear explanation.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
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The wide-leg silhouette keeps things modern, while the pull-on waistband seals the deal on all-day comfort.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Alligators.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alligators. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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