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furred

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verb

past tense of fur

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of furred
Adjective
Siamangs are black-furred, tree-dwelling primates found throughout the forests of Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, according to the Smithsonian National Zoo. Zoe Sottile, CNN, 14 Aug. 2022 The hybrid is a short-furred bear that is more adept at handling hot temperatures than the grizzly. Joshua Hawkins, BGR, 1 June 2022 Doosan Digital Innovation is selling NFTs of the team's players and blue-furred bear mascot. Brian Jackson, Forbes, 14 Apr. 2022 The moth was female, her furred body already heavy with eggs. Jackie Polzin, Star Tribune, 6 July 2021 See All Example Sentences for furred
Recent Examples of Synonyms for furred
Adjective
  • Getty Images Jenner's look, on the other hand, was quite a departure from her usual sleek yet shaggy pixie.
    Marci Robin, Allure, 13 May 2025
  • These were big, shaggy beasts belonging to a Toda tribe.
    Cyril E. Holland, Outdoor Life, 8 May 2025
Adjective
  • Anousheh’s role is to incentivize breakthroughs in areas like carbon removal, space exploration, clean water, and longevity—big, hairy problems that can't be solved on a tight deadline or narrow budget.
    Dev Patnaik, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
  • Black hairy tongue is a benign condition characterized by an abnormal coating of carpet-like papillae on the top surface of the tongue.9 Accidental ingestion during gargling: Hydrogen peroxide solutions up to 9% are usually safe to consume if swallowed while gargling.
    Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 12 May 2025
Verb
  • There are hiking trails ranging from beginner-friendly to near-vertical scrambles, Gilded Age mansions filled with rich history, contemporary art destinations, miles of pastoral farmland and charming small towns.
    Ingrid K. Williams, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Shaw has the benefit of hitting in a lineup filled with talent.
    Sahadev Sharma, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The pedals are made from a silky polyurethane material, while the stems feature a metal wire base that is wrapped in plastic.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 9 May 2025
  • The palate is silky smooth yet robust, showcasing flavors of brown sugar, dark stone fruit, cinnamon bark, and sweet tobacco.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025

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“Furred.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furred. Accessed 23 May. 2025.

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