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Recent Examples of crocodile
Even people who know little about reptiles understand, instinctively, that crocodile territory is governed by very old rules.
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Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
By the way, the dragon turned out to be a small Nile crocodile, which may have escaped from a merchant ship.
—Norma Meyer, Oc Register, 27 May 2026
In a 1968 interview, Gaston-Louis Vuitton — then 86 — recalled the 1920s as a wild and extravagant time, noting that solid gold fittings were commonplace on 50-piece crocodile luggage sets.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
If Kittle wrestles a crocodile down under, who is winning?
—Matt Barrows, New York Times, 19 May 2026
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Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
By the way, the dragon turned out to be a small Nile crocodile, which may have escaped from a merchant ship.
—Norma Meyer, Oc Register, 27 May 2026
In a 1968 interview, Gaston-Louis Vuitton — then 86 — recalled the 1920s as a wild and extravagant time, noting that solid gold fittings were commonplace on 50-piece crocodile luggage sets.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 26 May 2026
If Kittle wrestles a crocodile down under, who is winning?
—Matt Barrows, New York Times, 19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crocodile
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And then on Tuesday, tragedy struck again when an alligator snatched 2-year-old Lane Graves who was playing on the beach at Walt Disney World’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, dragging the boy into the Seven Seas Lagoon.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 June 2026
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His father tried to save him by fighting off the alligator, but was unable to, the Associated Press reported at the time.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
14 June 2026
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Frannie is an eastern or mountain bongo, which is one of the largest species of forest antelopes.—
Katie Langford,
Denver Post,
3 June 2026
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In Africa, infection has been documented through the handling of infected fruit bats, monkeys, chimpanzees, gorillas, forest antelope and porcupines found ill or dead in the rainforest.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA Today,
2 June 2026
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Well-versed in accessorizing, Harper completed the look with a matching turquoise bracelet, a diamond ring, a matching diamond necklace on a thin silver chain, and a snakeskin clutch.—
Staff Author,
InStyle,
12 June 2026
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Also incorporated within the low-slung structure are many of Himmel’s original elements, including snakeskin wallpaper in a closet, a diner-style bar, and reflective silver covering one of the rooms.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
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Many pieces were acquired through chance discoveries, including a portrait of George Washington, presidential seal carpet and a horse statue at the pond modeled after Washington’s mount, according to marketing materials.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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Add chicken, seal bag, and massage to coat chicken.—
Emily Teel,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 June 2026
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In that year in the United States the number of lost kids had dropped to just over two per hundred.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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Children might get a teepee tent and toys, while older kids might have cards, board games, boogie boards, or a volleyball net.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Holmes wore Malone Souliers’ Koko, a 45mm thong mule made in embossed calfskin leather with a basket-like texture.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
2 June 2026
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The watch is housed in a 40mm pink gold case and paired with an Astral Blue calfskin strap.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2026
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It is designed for total adaptability, with an adjustable and removable crossbody strap and an interior featuring a triple compartment and slip pocket lined in luxurious nappa lambskin.—
Kristen Bateman,
Vogue,
21 May 2026
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Celine ballet high lace-up boot in lambskin, $1,700 The low profile on this Celine spring/summer 2026 boxing boot lands somewhere between a boxing shoe and a ballet flat.—
Julissa James,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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The boots are crafted with soft sheepskin, which naturally wicks away moisture.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
3 June 2026
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The Petite Malle, inspired by the traditional Louis Vuitton trunk, down to the sheepskin lining.—
Alina Cho,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
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“Crocodile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crocodile. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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