as in animal
one of the lower animals as distinguished from human beings
she's so fond of every kind of critter that she ought to be a veterinarian
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Children can search for critters like beetles, spiders and caterpillars to check out under a microscope, play lawn games and jump in a bounce house.
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Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 10 June 2025
Discover which critters enjoy that menu, their unique eating methods, and the important role each plays in our ecosystem.
—Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 May 2025
The Dads’ Club assembled the shed and built covers to place over the beds to keep out any critters.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 May 2025
If swarming critters are moving in, use any of these DIY solutions to kick them out quickly
By Rachel Davies
June 16, 2025
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—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 16 June 2025
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Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 10 June 2025
Discover which critters enjoy that menu, their unique eating methods, and the important role each plays in our ecosystem.
—Joe Rassel, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 May 2025
The Dads’ Club assembled the shed and built covers to place over the beds to keep out any critters.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 May 2025
If swarming critters are moving in, use any of these DIY solutions to kick them out quickly
By Rachel Davies
June 16, 2025
All products featured on Architectural Digest are independently selected by our editors.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 16 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for critter
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Police said there was no sign of food or water for the animals, and investigators believe the animals died from prolonged starvation or dehydration, according to the release.—
Elainie Barraza,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 June 2025
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The chemicals can also linger for years in the bodies and bloodstreams of animals and humans.—
Susannah Bryan,
Sun Sentinel,
29 June 2025
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Pollinators Matter As National Pollinator Week continues, embracing trends like pollinator pots, promoted by TikTok creators and supported by organizations like Bee Cups, offers an easy and meaningful way to help these crucial creatures thrive.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 June 2025
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For these captive creatures, extinction seemed similarly inevitable.—
Shoshi Parks,
Smithsonian Magazine,
20 June 2025
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“Critter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/critter. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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