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as in people
a member of the human race
we must try to be kind to our fellow creatures
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as in animals
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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Recent Examples of creatures
Some scientists have even proposed that free radicals can lead to aging in humans and other creatures, though that idea is disputed.
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Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Dec. 2024
Another research team at MIT used the gills of these creatures, which filter for plankton, to improve commercial water filtration systems.
—Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 31 Dec. 2024
These creatures have now inspired human innovations that take soft robots and water filters to the next level.
—Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 31 Dec. 2024
Some experts, however, see potential in another direction—studying how the creatures’ neurons work together could shed light on nerve regeneration.
—Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Dec. 2024
Does the natural resilience of these creatures inspire your own?
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Other visual depictions, such as of the children and the mythical creatures, have been created by AI.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
But thanks to an international hunting ban in 1911 and the introduction of the Marine Mammal Protection Act in 1972, these charismatic creatures have been making a comeback.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Dec. 2024
In Estonia, the creatures thought responsible for the nighttime show were humpback whales.
—Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 30 Dec. 2024
Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Dec. 2024
Another research team at MIT used the gills of these creatures, which filter for plankton, to improve commercial water filtration systems.
—Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 31 Dec. 2024
These creatures have now inspired human innovations that take soft robots and water filters to the next level.
—Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 31 Dec. 2024
Some experts, however, see potential in another direction—studying how the creatures’ neurons work together could shed light on nerve regeneration.
—Carlyn Kranking, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Dec. 2024
Does the natural resilience of these creatures inspire your own?
—Scott Travers, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Other visual depictions, such as of the children and the mythical creatures, have been created by AI.
—David Faris, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
But thanks to an international hunting ban in 1911 and the introduction of the Marine Mammal Protection Act in 1972, these charismatic creatures have been making a comeback.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 30 Dec. 2024
In Estonia, the creatures thought responsible for the nighttime show were humpback whales.
—Bailey Berg, AFAR Media, 30 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for creatures
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The men’s team has already qualified for the World Cup in 2026, meaning a third appearance at a men’s World Cup for a nation of just over five million people.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
27 June 2025
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During the 12-day conflict, Iran repeatedly struck back at Israel, causing extensive damage to major cities like Tel Aviv and killing 28 people.—
Nadeen Ebrahim,
CNN Money,
26 June 2025
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Both men are ready for a memorable Sunday duel.—
Steve Silverman,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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Something will have to give between two men so seemingly unalike.—
Brendan Quinn,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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But Giannis, that’s where the discussion about you guys is so interesting.—
Sam Amick,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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Most of the guys that are on the bubble have lived with this build-up over the course of six weeks.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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The challenge has always been to figure out how to personalize things without spending inordinate amounts of time and money mapping out every possible path a student might take.—
Ray Ravaglia,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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As a business owner, higher profit margins, all other things being equal, are more valuable.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes,
28 Dec. 2024
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The Village now looks like the original safe space, apart from the mainstream world and ready to help anyone reinvent themselves or stumble upon like-minded souls, face to face.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
22 Dec. 2024
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As these desperate souls cling to life the only thing that remains is hope.—
Jeryl Brunner,
Forbes,
21 Dec. 2024
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“Creatures.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creatures. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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