as in panther
a large tawny cat of the wild
the problems created by mountain lions coming into contact with humans in suburban developments
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Recent Examples of mountain lion
Some science-minded folks are quick to point out that mountain lions make noises that sound like a woman screaming, but these people are no fun and shouldn’t be invited to your campfire.
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Graham Averill, Outside, 28 Oct. 2025
Black bears and coyotes are common, while animals like mountain lions, bighorn sheep, and even gray wolves may make the occasional appearance.
—AFAR Media, 28 Oct. 2025
Tennessee’s big cats are mostly of the bobcat variety, but one wayward mountain lion captured the state’s attention.
—Laura L. Davis, Nashville Tennessean, 27 Oct. 2025
Since 2010, the AGFC has confirmed 43 sightings of mountain lions in Arkansas.
—Bryan Hendricks, Arkansas Online, 9 Oct. 2025
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Graham Averill, Outside, 28 Oct. 2025
Black bears and coyotes are common, while animals like mountain lions, bighorn sheep, and even gray wolves may make the occasional appearance.
—AFAR Media, 28 Oct. 2025
Tennessee’s big cats are mostly of the bobcat variety, but one wayward mountain lion captured the state’s attention.
—Laura L. Davis, Nashville Tennessean, 27 Oct. 2025
Since 2010, the AGFC has confirmed 43 sightings of mountain lions in Arkansas.
—Bryan Hendricks, Arkansas Online, 9 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mountain lion
Noun
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Ten minutes before kickoff on the first Friday in October, the giant inflatable tunnel sags and the giant inflatable panther perched atop it is just about snout-to-turf.—
Brian Hamilton,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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Slimmed down and lithe, Tatum’s panther-like physicality showcases Jeffrey’s preternatural ability to master his environment through keen observation and sheer determination.—
Katie Walsh,
Twin Cities,
11 Oct. 2025
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Even in states where cougars breed, such as Colorado or California, human conflict with the animals is rarer than being struck by lightning.—
Mackensy Lunsford,
Nashville Tennessean,
21 Oct. 2025
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Deer were historically a reliable food source for cougars and wolves, which have been driven off the Indiana landscape.—
Sophie Hartley,
IndyStar,
9 Oct. 2025
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“Mountain lion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mountain%20lion. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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