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as in animal
one of the lower animals as distinguished from human beings
a saint who is celebrated for his love of birds and other small creatures
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as in person
a member of the human race
we must try to be kind to our fellow creatures
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Recent Examples of creature
Scientists have known about Praearcturus gigas for more than a century, but exactly what kind of creature it was remained the subject of debate.
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Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
The researchers also observed animals ranging from bone-eating worms to squat lobsters, from spoon worms to jellyfish—and the scientists suspect that some of these creatures may represent undescribed species.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 10 June 2026
The shooter-style game follows an elite unit of soldiers — known as Helldivers — who battle alien creatures that are threatening to destroy the fictional planet of Super Earth.
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 9 June 2026
All 12 creatures from the original version were present in the demo build, including an accurate Showa-era Mecha Godzilla.
—Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 9 June 2026
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Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026
The researchers also observed animals ranging from bone-eating worms to squat lobsters, from spoon worms to jellyfish—and the scientists suspect that some of these creatures may represent undescribed species.
—Meghan Bartels, Scientific American, 10 June 2026
The shooter-style game follows an elite unit of soldiers — known as Helldivers — who battle alien creatures that are threatening to destroy the fictional planet of Super Earth.
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 9 June 2026
All 12 creatures from the original version were present in the demo build, including an accurate Showa-era Mecha Godzilla.
—Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 9 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for creature
Noun
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The hotel is also pet-friendly, allowing two animals of any size free of charge.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Though human infections are rare, the disease can spread through insect bites, animal contact, and airborne dust, making outdoor precautions critical during peak months.—
Fernando Cervantes Jr,
USA Today,
11 June 2026
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The other infected person had visited and camped at a county park and state beach in San Mateo and Marin counties.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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Migis Lodge in South Casco, Maine, is a family-friendly wellness retreat with rates starting at $388 per person per night.—
Hanna Wickes,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 June 2026
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The murder case is still pending against Christopher Kegan Williams, a Sacramento County man who is accused of providing fentanyl that led to the September 2020 death of 20-year-old Spencer Newsom in Roseville.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
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According to the report, both men fell ill after spending time outdoors, one playing golf at five courses in Alameda and Contra Costa counties within 14 days of the onset of his symptoms.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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Furthermore, Kalambay casts doubt on the idea that Ilunga was fearful for his own or his family’s life.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Yet, outside Ashton, which has attracted national journalists for its rail links to London and high footfall, life in the other small towns which make up the constituency continues much the same.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
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When early goals by both teams were denied by offside calls, the aggrieved fans jeered and whistled — the equivalent of Chiefs fans booing pass interference against their guy.—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
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They were written by a bunch of guys in powdered wigs and knee socks.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
16 June 2026
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Like humans, dogs deteriorate with age.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Dec. 2025
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Optimus measures 5 feet 11 inches, weighs around 160 pounds, and includes more than 40 degrees of freedom, with 11-DoF hands designed for dexterous, human-like manipulation.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Dec. 2025
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“Creature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creature. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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