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farm animals (such as cows, horses, and pigs) that are kept, raised, and used by people
a market where livestock are bought and sold
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Recent Examples of livestock
With higher costs to raise livestock, consumers may see increases in prices for meat, dairy, and even produce.
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Brian Unger, CBS News, 1 May 2026
Across the world, livestock production is estimated to be responsible for nearly 15 percent of greenhouse gas emissions—most of which are methane.
—Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 30 Apr. 2026
The self-sustaining, working farm led by livestock director and veterinarian Aginaldo Silva, whose greatest pride is his internship program for local youths.
—Samantha Falewée, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2026
Pets, livestock, and freight regularly travel through the tunnel.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Apr. 2026
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Brian Unger, CBS News, 1 May 2026
Across the world, livestock production is estimated to be responsible for nearly 15 percent of greenhouse gas emissions—most of which are methane.
—Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 30 Apr. 2026
The self-sustaining, working farm led by livestock director and veterinarian Aginaldo Silva, whose greatest pride is his internship program for local youths.
—Samantha Falewée, Travel + Leisure, 30 Apr. 2026
Pets, livestock, and freight regularly travel through the tunnel.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for livestock
animal
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Peters’ attorney claims his client followed instructions from a licensed airboat guide and said no animals were harmed.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
6 May 2026
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Buc-ee's is taking a Georgia convenience store chain to federal court, accusing it of copying its famous beaver brand right down to the cartoon mascot, the color scheme, and the life-size animal statue out front.—
Christopher Harris,
CBS News,
6 May 2026
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“Livestock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/livestock. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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