mongrels

Definition of mongrelsnext
plural of mongrel
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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  • Exports of new energy passenger vehicles — including battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids — surged more than 140% in March from a year ago to 363,000 units.
    Chan Ho-Him, Fortune, 10 Apr. 2026
  • And as for hybrids and electrics, there aren't any in the 2027 lineup at all.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 10 Apr. 2026
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“Mongrels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mongrels. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.

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