beavers

Definition of beaversnext
plural of beaver

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for beavers
Noun
  • Several chocolate molds have been found including Fetzer’s signature otter mold.
    La Risa R. Lynch, jsonline.com, 26 Dec. 2025
  • The otters are considered the smallest and most social of the 13 otter species.
    Mona Darwish, Oc Register, 21 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • That includes foxes, minks, muskrats, otters, least weasels and bobcats.
    Austin Hornbostel, Nashville Tennessean, 16 Oct. 2025
  • Now native Spartina grasses have returned, as have muskrats and threatened bird species.
    Kyra Morris, The Atlantic, 22 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • In a Facebook post on Monday, the Ohio Division of Wildlife said there have been two recent sightings of American badgers on its trail cameras in Ashland and Sandusky counties.
    Michael Guise, CBS News, 31 Dec. 2025
  • Parents with Gen Alpha kids may not be surprised since this age group is known to be curious, strong-willed (they have been compared to honey badgers for a reason), and tech-savvy.
    Hannah Nwoko, Parents, 5 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • Think floor-length minks sourced on eBay for a steal, paired with sleek, sculpting ski suits, or cozy cashmere layers.
    Mecca Pryor, Essence, 8 Jan. 2026
  • Exuding timeless glamour, this faux mink coat from Quince is at a relatively reasonable price of $130.
    Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 27 Dec. 2025
Noun
  • An albino raccoon named Cricket reaches through the wires of its cage to grab an animal cracker, an appetizer treat right before the evening meal.
    Blake Farmer, Miami Herald, 13 Jan. 2026
  • The Marvel Cinematic Universe (2011 - present) With its sorcerers, gods, and talking raccoons, the MCU doesn't usually get too hung up on academic rigor.
    Richard Edwards, Space.com, 12 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • The Hays County Youth Livestock Show features more than 400 participants, ages 5 to 18, exhibiting rabbits, chickens, pigs, sheep, goats and cattle.
    Staff Photographer, Austin American Statesman, 20 Jan. 2026
  • Key elements of the mystery include a dead rabbit, a live frog, a pair of loafers, a rifle, a milk bottle, and a millionaire who comes to town in a chauffeured limousine.
    Jill Lepore, New Yorker, 19 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • After spending the day in Seward, guests can embark on a cruise to see Kenai Fjords' coastal rain forests, glaciers, and—typically—wildlife such as puffins, seals, and whales.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 16 Jan. 2026
  • The Sicilian way is to lie, like seals, sprawled along the rocks with a towel and a cold beer before descending abruptly into intense shades of blue.
    Rosalyn Wikeley, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • With sea lions still eating thousands of salmon each spring at sites such as the Bonneville Dam, near Portland, some local fishers, tribal members, and politicians are pushing for the mammals’ body count to rise.
    Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 7 Jan. 2026
  • The culinary team works with local farms, ranches, and fishers to source ingredients.
    Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2026
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“Beavers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beavers. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.

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