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Recent Examples of crocodile
But how could police tell that the crocodile that was euthanized contained human remains?
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Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
Two hundred ten million years ago, two crocodile cousins tragically died side by side, according to Yale paleontologists who discovered this significant moment in time when crocodiles were diversifying before the rise of the dinosaurs.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 3 May 2026
Photos of Dosio’s trophy room at his home — which included an elephant, rhino, lion, buffalo, crocodile, zebra and leopard — were shared by the New York Post and The Daily Mail.
—Ryan Brennan
april 28, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
Doechii and Gaga were twinning in matching black Opera Platforms by Thom Solo, and in another clip Gaga is wearing custom red crocodile Thom Solo Opera heels.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 27 Apr. 2026
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Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
Two hundred ten million years ago, two crocodile cousins tragically died side by side, according to Yale paleontologists who discovered this significant moment in time when crocodiles were diversifying before the rise of the dinosaurs.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 3 May 2026
Photos of Dosio’s trophy room at his home — which included an elephant, rhino, lion, buffalo, crocodile, zebra and leopard — were shared by the New York Post and The Daily Mail.
—Ryan Brennan
april 28, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
Doechii and Gaga were twinning in matching black Opera Platforms by Thom Solo, and in another clip Gaga is wearing custom red crocodile Thom Solo Opera heels.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 27 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crocodile
Noun
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Galeno is licensed to keep Drago the alligator until the reptile is ready and maybe too big, needing relocation to a proper environment for alligators of his size.—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
11 May 2026
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According to wildlife experts, aggressive alligator fights aren't unheard of — particularly during mating season, which takes place from early April through September each year.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
Noun
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The mountain bongo is a rare antelope known for its brown skin and distinct white stripes.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 May 2026
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In certain mammals like horses, antelopes, and cows, researchers observed dental patterns similar to those found in adult Maiasaura.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
9 May 2026
Noun
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In another photo, Hough donned a snakeskin-print bikini while posing with friend in the back of a boat that was docked just off the beach.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
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The silhouette is classic, but the snakeskin print gives it just enough personality to stand out in a sea of basic flats.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
5 May 2026
Noun
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The chip performs verbs—derive, sign, seal, attest, rotate, quarantine—without exposing the root value behind them.—
Pravir Malik,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Defendants’ needs vary, and any diagnosis made by the psychologist who examined Rodriguez-Singh on March 26 has not been made public because the resulting psychiatric evaluation report was filed under seal.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
Noun
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The bill would specifically forbid practices that Black Bear, the Stars and other companies have used to monopolize and vertically integrate the youth sports experience in hockey and beyond, driving up costs for families and pricing out many kids.—
Kenny Jacoby,
USA Today,
14 May 2026
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Jackson Hole Mountain Resort also offers plenty of family-friendly activities, including lessons for kids and childcare services.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
Noun
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The shoes feature a leather outsole, insole and lining made of 100 percent calfskin leather.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026
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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.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
5 Apr. 2026
Noun
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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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On the Paris runway, the look originally appeared with Dior’s black-and-white Médaillon loafers – a square-toed, two-tone lambskin style marked with a rounded gold emblem at the vamp.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
22 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The decor with sheepskin rugs and arm lamps for reading lights is neither flashy nor overtly quirky, but simple and homey, as if it were designed by a tasteful Scandinavian grandmother who relocated to the wilds of Patagonia.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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Cushy seating is ideal for napping, reading, working from home, or avoiding the news of course, especially when done up in decadent velvet or plush sheepskin.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Crocodile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crocodile. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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