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or doggie
as in dog
a domestic mammal that is related to the wolves and foxes
what a good little doggy!
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Recent Examples of doggy
Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 31 Dec. 2025
But pine needles and chewing on branches can upset doggies' tummies, and possibly lead to blockages, so keep an eye on the dog around the Christmas tree.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 12 Dec. 2025
Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026
However, a meet-and-greet with a potential doggy roommate is a must before William can go home.
—Maryanne Dell, Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026
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Noun
And that’s not all, there are zones set aside for disco dancing, arts and crafts, a doggie fashion show and pet psychic and more.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 31 Dec. 2025
But pine needles and chewing on branches can upset doggies' tummies, and possibly lead to blockages, so keep an eye on the dog around the Christmas tree.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 12 Dec. 2025
Adjective
The experience starts with a one-hour doggy portrait session set against the stunning alpine backdrop.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 16 Feb. 2026
However, a meet-and-greet with a potential doggy roommate is a must before William can go home.
—Maryanne Dell, Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for doggy
Noun
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Pasco’s wife was allegedly attacked by dogs belonging to the victim, identified in the affidavit as 36-year-old Shawn Cyriacks.—
Cristóbal Reyes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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Another photo captures the soon-to-be bride and groom crouching down on the sand with their two pet dogs.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Domino seems sad and wise, Andrew sweet and puppy-doggish.—
Thomas Page,
CNN,
29 Jan. 2022
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And then, there were times when his snarl and growl came out, his doggish bite was evident.—
Gordon Monson,
The Salt Lake Tribune,
28 June 2021
Adjective
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But the Ballances were more than gallant warriors – in fact, a life-size oil painting of Marti’s great-grandfather Charles Ballance’s wife and children – including her grandfather Willis as a 3-year-old – hangs in a place of honor at the Illinois State Museum in Springfield.—
Denise Crosby,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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And Texas made a gallant comeback to tie the game at 77-77 when Pope coolly sank three consecutive free throws after getting fouled behind the arc with 3.8 seconds remaining.—
Kirk Bohls,
Houston Chronicle,
8 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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China has made robotics a national priority, but despite flashy events like the half marathon, the country’s software still lags behind the US’, analysts said.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
19 Apr. 2026
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Restricted footwear, like big boots, or flashy styles with tons of metal hardware are often flagged and asked to be removed.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This elegant opera house hosts numerous events, mostly opera and ballet.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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The smooth, fluid drape reads elegant, and the fabric has a soft silk sheen that holds up beautifully in a suitcase.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Charles Melton is effortlessly handsome while out and about in the Big Apple on April 15.—
Escher Walcott,
PEOPLE,
18 Apr. 2026
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The museum’s Rodins now line a grassy area between one of two handsome exterior staircases and a green fence along Wilshire.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Betty was the champion in 1950, 1956, 1957, 1958, and 1959—Betty Constable, pleasant, humorous, graceful, formal, practical, sensible bulldog.—
John McPhee,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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Your graceful style helps people open up, while clear boundaries stop you from overgiving to keep the peace.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The California poppy is majestic and elegant, says Hayek.—
Lauren David,
Martha Stewart,
19 Apr. 2026
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Kuhner walked me over to the majestic, thirty-square-foot windows, many broken, some left uncovered.—
Emma Green,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Doggy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doggy. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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