as in hybrids
an offspring of parents with different genes especially when of different races, breeds, species, or genera
mongrels often suffer fewer health problems than purebreds
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hybrids
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Heirloom cherry tomatoes have a shorter shelf life than hybrids, but their flavor overrides their shortcomings.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 May 2026 -
The sport has evolved since the turn of the century, going from V10s — which had a roaring sound that became part of F1’s history and identity — to V8s from 2006, and then to V6 hybrids from 2014.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
6 May 2026
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“Mongrels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mongrels. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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