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Recent Examples of crocodile
Styled by Soki Mak, the look consisted of a black, crocodile midi dress with layers of metallic silver necklaces and a flowing black shawl.
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2025
Before his next meeting with De Marco, the prosecutor told me, Imperiale asked his tailor in Naples to send him two cashmere suits, as well as his favorite crocodile-skin shoes.
—Ed Caesar, New Yorker, 20 Oct. 2025
He was covered in mud in the Australian bush on Cape York Peninsula, sleeping on a tent floor surrounded by wildlife, and of course, catching crocodiles.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2025
No one else in Hollywood could pull off staring down a crocodile the size of a football field or tag-teaming with a gigantic gorilla.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 4 Oct. 2025
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Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2025
Before his next meeting with De Marco, the prosecutor told me, Imperiale asked his tailor in Naples to send him two cashmere suits, as well as his favorite crocodile-skin shoes.
—Ed Caesar, New Yorker, 20 Oct. 2025
He was covered in mud in the Australian bush on Cape York Peninsula, sleeping on a tent floor surrounded by wildlife, and of course, catching crocodiles.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2025
No one else in Hollywood could pull off staring down a crocodile the size of a football field or tag-teaming with a gigantic gorilla.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 4 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crocodile
Noun
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Rocky’s example showcases an 18-karat gold case and a black alligator strap that perfectly complements his black and yellow ‘fit.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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For accessories, Stewart often turns to solitaire diamond earrings and simple rings, with her top jewelry brands including Van Cleef & Arpels’ pendants and Cartier, with the Tank watch in metal bracelet and alligator straps, as a staple piece.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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While passing near a grassland in the park, rangers noticed a herd of antelope with one white individual.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
28 Oct. 2025
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About 1,746 people died, along with thousands of cattle, sheep, goats, chickens, dogs, and untold birds, antelope, and other wildlife.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
22 Oct. 2025
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Taylor Swift gave her stamp of approval to an ultra-trendy footwear aesthetic, snakeskin, when out and about with her friend Gigi Hadid in New York City on Monday.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
4 Nov. 2025
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Bruce wore a snakeskin jacket in the play.—
Matthew Jacobs,
Vulture,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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All face charges of providing material support to a foreign terrorist organization, and additional juvenile cases may be under seal.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Pour over eggs; squeeze out excess air and seal bag.—
Maddy Bendgen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The driveway was already full of other cars arriving and various parents and kids taking photos like crazy and squealing.—
Rachel Raposas,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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They were married in 1968, with Miguel Bezos adopting her young son, and had two more kids, Christina and Mark.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The shoes are made from textured calfskin leather and come with an adjustable slingback that ensures a comfortable and secure fit.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
5 Nov. 2025
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Case in point: Thanks to the calfskin material, the Alohas TB.490 Rife Genuine Calf Hair Sneakers give that cowboy feel without the overcommitment.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
7 Oct. 2025
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Available for $1,050, the 85mm heels are made in Italy from lambskin and boast thin crisscross straps atop the toes.—
Kelsey Stewart,
Footwear News,
30 Oct. 2025
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Made of pebbled leather and lambskin trim, the chic bag is durable, which helps keep its exaggerated U-shape.—
Gabriela Izquierdo,
Southern Living,
18 Sep. 2025
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The slip-ons also have the brand’s signature sheepskin lining and suede exterior.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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Even though these are slides, your toes will stay warm due to the plush, natural sheepskin band.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Crocodile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crocodile. Accessed 18 Nov. 2025.
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