as in animals
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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Recent Examples of critters
Van Cleef & Arpels’ playful Lucky Animals collection originally debuted in 2017 and has since grown with new additions of adorable critters.
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 4 Feb. 2026
The little animals that will come to be emblematic of the 2026 Games are stoats, extremely cute critters that in real life are related to the weasel and the otter.
—Mark Scaglione, NBC news, 3 Feb. 2026
Slower decomposition of food scraps can attract rodents and other unwanted critters.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 1 Feb. 2026
Speaking of critters, animals such as raccoons and rats may find their way out of the cold and into homes through plumbing stacks and other gaps, said Shaun Crawford, owner of The Critter Guys, based in Delray Beach.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2026
That includes your four-legged critters, who can enjoy the Dog Beach on the west side of the City Pier (dogs must be leashed).
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 31 Jan. 2026
After stepping through a giant wooden door, tall grass teems with wild Pokémon, adorable critters strike charming poses and battles break out between fierce opponents.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
As warmer days begin to prevail in North Texas, residents may see tiny black critters emerging from the melting snow and ice.
—Miriam Fauzia, Dallas Morning News, 27 Jan. 2026
Learn how to spot bed bugs, what to do in the event of an infestation, and tips for keeping the critters out of your home.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 23 Jan. 2026
Julia Teti, Footwear News, 4 Feb. 2026
The little animals that will come to be emblematic of the 2026 Games are stoats, extremely cute critters that in real life are related to the weasel and the otter.
—Mark Scaglione, NBC news, 3 Feb. 2026
Slower decomposition of food scraps can attract rodents and other unwanted critters.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 1 Feb. 2026
Speaking of critters, animals such as raccoons and rats may find their way out of the cold and into homes through plumbing stacks and other gaps, said Shaun Crawford, owner of The Critter Guys, based in Delray Beach.
—Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2026
That includes your four-legged critters, who can enjoy the Dog Beach on the west side of the City Pier (dogs must be leashed).
—Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 31 Jan. 2026
After stepping through a giant wooden door, tall grass teems with wild Pokémon, adorable critters strike charming poses and battles break out between fierce opponents.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 27 Jan. 2026
As warmer days begin to prevail in North Texas, residents may see tiny black critters emerging from the melting snow and ice.
—Miriam Fauzia, Dallas Morning News, 27 Jan. 2026
Learn how to spot bed bugs, what to do in the event of an infestation, and tips for keeping the critters out of your home.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 23 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for critters
Noun
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These activities engage animals both mentally and physically, providing stimulation that encourages natural behaviors and supports overall animal welfare.—
Lucia Cheng,
Des Moines Register,
3 Feb. 2026
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According to the village website, garbage spilling out of dumpsters, not picking up pet waste, spilling birdseed from bird feeders, open compost bins, throwing food on the ground for birds, cats and other animals, and dumpsters and garbage containers in disrepair can be food sources for rats.—
Jessi Virtusio,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Feb. 2026
Noun
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So, the high proportion of carbon spewed into the atmosphere along volcanic arcs in the past 120 million years is mostly due to the carbon-rich sediments these creatures created.—
Ben Mather,
Space.com,
7 Feb. 2026
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However, state lawmakers are seeking to ban the taking of the rare ocean creatures altogether.—
News Service Of Florida,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Critters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/critters. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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