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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
Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
As Canis Major journeys across the sky from east to west in response to Earth’s rotation, the big doggy appears to be begging from his master.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 12 Apr. 2026
Kendall Malinchock, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
In the first clip, sandy is following her owner around the house, staring up at her without breaking eye contact, a doggy smile on her face.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Kurt Kinneman, owner of Bad Apple Pets, said the secret to doggie delectability is in the ingredients.
—Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 13 Apr. 2026
As Canis Major journeys across the sky from east to west in response to Earth’s rotation, the big doggy appears to be begging from his master.
—Mike Lynch, Twin Cities, 12 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Most dogs get dropped off at doggy daycare.
—Kendall Malinchock, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2026
In the first clip, sandy is following her owner around the house, staring up at her without breaking eye contact, a doggy smile on her face.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for doggy
Noun
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With the myth of Medea as a burning thematic wire, and through the metaphor of bloody dog fights, the novel burns with the rage and despair of those who remain unseen.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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Stop being a female dog (in slow motion).—
Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
9 June 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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James and his teammates gave a gallant effort Saturday night at Crypto.com Arena, but the defending champion proved to be more than the Lakers could handle.—
Broderick Turner,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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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
Adjective
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The company says the robot must build a long-term connection rather than offer a flashy demo.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
8 June 2026
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To see her teammates Jordan Woolery keep flaunting her flashy slash line and Taylor Tinsley sharpening her wicked arsenal of pitches.—
Mirjam Swanson,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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Given its elegant design and everyday practicality, this breezy dress can go just about anywhere.—
Better Homes & Gardens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 June 2026
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Its beautiful white flowers make for an elegant addition to any yard.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
6 June 2026
Adjective
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The European film commissioners tried to steer them away from casting a handsome actor as the lead in The Man Who Sold His Skin, Cheikhrouha said.—
Jada Yuan,
HollywoodReporter,
7 June 2026
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Then, Chan-wook tosses in a twist, and then another, and the film’s handsome veneer is removed to unveil the wickedly sinister tones lurking beneath.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 June 2026
Adjective
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What strikes him about the style is that nothing feels out of place—every column, window, and detail is part of a graceful whole.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 May 2026
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There is nothing more graceful than a heron in motion.—
Tiana Randall,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Adjective
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John Travolta came in majestic fashion for his first film as a director, and Vin Diesel was accompanied by his cast and the entire Universal studio team.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
4 June 2026
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Oak Grove Road runs southwest from Lakeside High beneath majestic pines and hardwoods, past old ranch houses and new mansions.—
Thomas Lake,
AJC.com,
4 June 2026
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“Doggy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doggy. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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