collies

Definition of colliesnext
present tense third-person singular of colly, chiefly British dialect
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  • But pollen also messes with sleep, ups the risk of sinus infections, causes people to miss school and work, and can pose more serious dangers.
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“Collies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collies. Accessed 13 May. 2026.

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