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Recent Examples of crocodile
The 3-year-old boy, who has not been named, was pulled out of the crocodile enclosure Thursday at Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo in Cambridgeshire, in southern England, by staff members and rushed to a local hospital.
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Adela Suliman,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the spectacled caiman resembles a crocodile but typically has a shorter, broader snout.
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Sergio Candido,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
The six chairs are cushioned in premium crocodile leather.
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Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
Kylie Jenner—who is dating avid Knicks fan Timothée Chalamet—recently unveiled a navy crocodile Hermès Birkin bag that re-sells for $62,500.
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Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
9 June 2026
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Adela Suliman,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the spectacled caiman resembles a crocodile but typically has a shorter, broader snout.
—
Sergio Candido,
CBS News,
16 June 2026
The six chairs are cushioned in premium crocodile leather.
—
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
Kylie Jenner—who is dating avid Knicks fan Timothée Chalamet—recently unveiled a navy crocodile Hermès Birkin bag that re-sells for $62,500.
—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
9 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crocodile
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The zoo said the toy apparently fell into Guinness the American alligator's habitat on Friday.
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The unlined Sahariana jacket in wool-and-linen herringbone was worn over a striped shirt, while the Travel Jacket in lightweight wool hopsack with alligator-print nubuck details reflected Brioni’s sophisticated style.
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The ranch is home to a couple of hundred animals, including impalas, Nubian ibexes and an antelope found in Central Africa.
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But most people know that a single cheetah can eventually get even the fastest antelope.
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Adidas put Bad Bunny in its World Cup ad and a $160 F50 sneaker on shelves, then handed its Predator boot to Hermès designer Grace Wales Bonner, who produced a $350 snakeskin version.
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Faux snakeskin takes the place of the woven Kevlar panel that usually defines the model, while the long mudguard beneath is rendered in black nubuck.
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The wire seals certify a vessel had either been decontaminated and inspected for invasive species or was last launched in the Lake Tahoe basin, agency officials said in a news release.
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The placement of the colonial seal spoke volumes on where the editor stood regarding the question of independence.
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Francois, who runs a medical rehabilitation in New York and brought his adult kids to see Les Grenadiers, said Haiti’s qualification, achieved amid extraordinary circumstances, was itself cause for celebration.
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His kids, though hesitant at first, became a large part of the business.
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The brand debuted an entirely new family of mules crafted in polished calfskin and suede, alongside expanded colorways for bestsellers such as the Matt New and Chris.
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Kate paired it with the Bahrain pearl drop earrings, the toffee-colored Nano Montreal bag from her beloved DeMellier, and gold calfskin Ralph Lauren pumps.
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The collection presented by creative director Michael Rider included a reinvention of Reebok‘s Freestyle sneaker, showcasing it in distressed lambskin leather in colorways included white, dark brown and black.
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Cardi, who is already the owner of an impressive Birkin collection by Hermès, started her haul by showcasing her new lambskin Chanel 25 Mini Handbag from the Métiers d'Art 2026 collection.
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This piece looks and feels much more luxe than its $134 price tag would imply thanks to the buttery soft Italian leather construction and sheepskin lining.
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The boots are crafted with soft sheepskin, which naturally wicks away moisture.
Cite this Entry
“Crocodile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crocodile. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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