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doggy 1 of 2

noun

ˈdȯ-gē How to pronounce doggy (audio)
variants or doggie
Definition of doggynext
as in dog
a domestic mammal that is related to the wolves and foxes what a good little doggy!

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adjective

as in doggish

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Recent Examples of doggy
Noun
The owner of a Near West Side doggie daycare and training business has been arrested on animal torture charges, accused of repeatedly kicking a dog and pressing his foot against its neck. — Todd Feurer, CBS News, 20 May 2026 Rather than crawling through the living room doggie door, Maxwell sleeps in one of the former cells, with easy outdoor access, and his own garden. — Kansas City Star, 10 May 2026
Adjective
When local dog trainer Chloe meets her match (as a one-night stand first) in the form of Sawyer, a new doggy daycare owner, the sparks fly and hijinks ensue in classic rom-com fashion. — Nissa Renzo, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026 After pulling in pet lovers last year on Superman, the doggy treat label is back with a new co-branded product, the Milk‑Bone Krypto Soft & Chewy Mini Treats. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 22 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for doggy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for doggy
  1. dog
  2. doggish
  3. gallant
  4. flashy
  5. elegant
  6. handsome
  7. graceful
  8. majestic
Noun
  • For dogs that stress out easily or suffer from anxiety, these collars could also increase their stress levels when left on too long.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The survival thriller, directed by David Ayer, follows a Special Forces officer and his combat dog who, after a devastating plane crash, get stranded deep in the Alaskan wilderness.
    — Angelique Jackson, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of dog
Adjective
  • 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
Definition of doggish
Adjective
  • First to one knee and then all the way up like a gallant fighter gathering himself.
    — Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Clearly, Americans didn’t do gallant failure, instead demanding domination over mere participation every time.
    — Terry Baddoo, USA Today, 14 June 2026
Definition of gallant
Adjective
  • There were offensive fireworks, comebacks galore, flashy debuts and plenty more on the first Sunday of the NFL season.
    — Jayna Bardahl, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Tesla’s flashy unveiling of its Cybercab robotaxi in 2024 left some glaring questions unanswered.
    — Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of flashy
Adjective
  • The menu is helmed by Tyler Heckman, a Connecticut native who cut his teeth in New York, and is elegant and thoughtfully sourced but approachable.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Related Articles All over the bodice, but most certainly the skirt of the dress, flouncy, delicate feathers were featured in abundance, giving the overall design a distinctly textural and playful feel that was still refined and elegant.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of elegant
Adjective
  • Enter Darlene’s handsome grandson Matt (Buckley), a Chicago firefighter and die-hard Bears fan who, with a little gentle nudging from Darlene, agrees to show Avery what being part of Bears Nation is all about.
    — Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 17 Sep. 2026
  • McDavid’s isolated stats show his line surrendered more goals but still delivered a handsome 54 percent share.
    — Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of handsome
Adjective
  • Urbanie Lucero’s choreography and movement direction maintain the production’s graceful poise.
    — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • From curved pulls to squiggly handles, and even a style finished off with a metal tassel, these operate as graceful accessories to enhance old and new furnishings.
    — Lori Keong, Architectural Digest, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of graceful
Adjective
  • For many travelers this majestic continent at the end of the Earth represents the ultimate journey.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Two engaged couples posed for wedding photos in between joggers, dog walkers and sightseers who clamored around Osprey Street to enjoy the day’s majestic sunset.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of majestic

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“Doggy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/doggy. Accessed 19 Sep. 2026.

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