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Recent Examples of crocodile
Freshwater crocodiles, also called Siamese crocodiles, are medium-sized and native to Southeast Asia, according to Thai National Parks.
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Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 7 Apr. 2025
That could include birds and their eggs, from burrowing owls to songbirds, turtles and turtle eggs, frogs, crabs, fish, snakes, small mammals and even young alligators or crocodiles.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 3 May 2025
Related article An ancient ‘terror crocodile’ became a dinosaur-eating giant.
—Amanda Schupak, CNN Money, 25 Apr. 2025
Staring at a crocodile or alligator can feel like looking back in history to the age of the dinosaurs.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 16 Apr. 2025
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Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 7 Apr. 2025
That could include birds and their eggs, from burrowing owls to songbirds, turtles and turtle eggs, frogs, crabs, fish, snakes, small mammals and even young alligators or crocodiles.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 3 May 2025
Related article An ancient ‘terror crocodile’ became a dinosaur-eating giant.
—Amanda Schupak, CNN Money, 25 Apr. 2025
Staring at a crocodile or alligator can feel like looking back in history to the age of the dinosaurs.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 16 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crocodile
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In fact, the Endangered Species Act has produced some spectacular recovery successes, including the bald eagle, peregrine falcon, and American alligator.—
Pepper Trail,
Denver Post,
6 May 2025
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That could include birds and their eggs, from burrowing owls to songbirds, turtles and turtle eggs, frogs, crabs, fish, snakes, small mammals and even young alligators or crocodiles.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
3 May 2025
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Highway 550 plows below the southwestern edge of the Pueblo, known to its Native inhabitants as Tamaya; to the east and south, I-25 barrels along from Albuquerque to Santa Fe, impeding the movements of elk, pronghorn antelope, mountain lions, and other species.—
Ben Goldfarb,
Vox,
14 Mar. 2025
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Eastern bongos are a species of antelope native to the mountainous forests of Kenya.—
Simone Jasper,
Miami Herald,
26 Feb. 2025
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And when she was seen at a recent UNC football practice, Hudson was sporting a snakeskin coat while chatting with Belichick on the sidelines.—
Natasha Dye,
People.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Top looks out on the Tagus River, choppy and windy today, whitecaps blowing on the water like bumps on snakeskin.—
Dana Vachon,
Air Mail,
26 Apr. 2025
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Among your producers are the Dardenne brothers and their production company, Les Films du Fleuve, which is almost like a seal of excellence in the field of social cinema.—
Alissa Simon,
Variety,
14 May 2025
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Don’t worry about any leaks with this bottle, thanks to the silicone seal inside the cover.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
13 May 2025
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For Stowell, his wife and three kids, including his son who was younger than 10, entrance to Hollywood Studios cost $974.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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When the Padres are playing, there’s a Wiffle ball diamond for kids, surrounded by giant bats and baseballs to climb, a slide, and hills to roll down.—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
13 May 2025
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These low-top sneakers are crafted from full-grain calfskin leather, with soft cotton lining and a plush insole to ensure all-day comfort.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Apr. 2025
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Strap options include a dark blue alligator strap, a black calfskin strap, a blue Saffiano calfskin strap or a seven-row platinum bracelet.—
Carol Besler,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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On offer for spring 2025 are styles that include a t-strap vamp stiletto heel in lambskin leather sandals, an open-toe wedge sandal in stretch leather — and an easy flat suede slipper with a rounded toe.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
13 May 2025
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Per the brand's website, the skirt is made with 100% lambskin and features a textured trim with braided chains and eyelets.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
21 Mar. 2025
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And Gachot’s apartment only adds to the lore: decorated in her firm’s warm minimalist style, Robert Rauschenberg lithographs hang alongside Noguchi lamps, Eames swivel chairs, and fuzzy sheepskin throws.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
18 Apr. 2025
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Ugg Classic Ultra Mini Alpine Fashion Boot $170 $75 at Amazon The Ugg Classic Ultra Mini Alpine Boots have several cozy features, including a wool sock liner, foam footbed, and sheepskin collar for warmth during cold temperatures.—
Chaunie Brusie, RN,
Parents,
13 Feb. 2025
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“Crocodile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crocodile. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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