as in dogs
a domestic mammal that is related to the wolves and foxes
walking down the street with several pooches on leashes
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as in protrudes
to extend outward beyond a usual point
his lower lip pooched out in disappointment
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Recent Examples of pooches
Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 7 June 2026
Clients came by with their unruly pooches — up to six at a time — for group sessions in the windowless middle room that Annie had converted into a training facility with urine-safe flooring, a dog-food freezer, and wire racks stuffed with toys and equipment.
—Anne Kadet, Curbed, 15 May 2026
The snooty pooches will premiere on the streamer in late January/early February for the 151st showing of the best-in-class Best in Show-bestower.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026
Best nail grinders for dogs Thanks to its powerful motor, this tool is strong enough to take on large dogs with dark nails, as well as working effectively for smaller pooches.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
While certainly not the only outfitter, Lazy Dog Adventures in Key West offers kayak, paddleboard and boat tours where pooches are encouraged to join.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2026
The maximum number of pooches allowed in a dwelling unit will rise to four, up from three canines allowed under the current city code.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
According to former royal chef Darren McGrady, the pooches could expect an elaborate, rotating menu featuring beef, lamb, rabbit and chicken.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 19 Apr. 2026
The Dog’s Day Out program launched recently with several of the pooches available for adoption getting a fun day out and about in Orange County.
—Heather McRea, Oc Register, 27 Mar. 2026
Noun
The pooches were bequeathed to Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson when Britain's longest-reigning monarch died in 2022.
—Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 7 June 2026
Clients came by with their unruly pooches — up to six at a time — for group sessions in the windowless middle room that Annie had converted into a training facility with urine-safe flooring, a dog-food freezer, and wire racks stuffed with toys and equipment.
—Anne Kadet, Curbed, 15 May 2026
The snooty pooches will premiere on the streamer in late January/early February for the 151st showing of the best-in-class Best in Show-bestower.
—Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026
Best nail grinders for dogs Thanks to its powerful motor, this tool is strong enough to take on large dogs with dark nails, as well as working effectively for smaller pooches.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
While certainly not the only outfitter, Lazy Dog Adventures in Key West offers kayak, paddleboard and boat tours where pooches are encouraged to join.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2026
The maximum number of pooches allowed in a dwelling unit will rise to four, up from three canines allowed under the current city code.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 21 Apr. 2026
According to former royal chef Darren McGrady, the pooches could expect an elaborate, rotating menu featuring beef, lamb, rabbit and chicken.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 19 Apr. 2026
The Dog’s Day Out program launched recently with several of the pooches available for adoption getting a fun day out and about in Orange County.
—Heather McRea, Oc Register, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pooches
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The 10-week-old Boxer has since been treated for Parvovirus — a highly contagious and potentially fatal viral illness that primarily affects young puppies and unvaccinated dogs — in the organization's specialized ICU and is available for adoption at the Sunnyslope Campus in Phoenix.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
8 June 2026
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Dog dumping has become such a problem that the Hartford Animal Shelter in partnership with the Hartford Police Department said it may be forced to start euthanizing healthy dogs as the shelter reaches capacity.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
8 June 2026
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These are more likely to cause painless rectal bleeding or tissue that protrudes during a bowel movement.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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Part of it protrudes from the exterior, with natural airflow helping keep the food inside chilled.—
Adam Williams
March 29,
New Atlas,
29 Mar. 2026
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In it, Grace can be seen playing a racing game while the Mallrats creator pokes fun at her driving skills.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 June 2026
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander apparently isn’t amused by a new board game that pokes fun at the Oklahoma City Thunder star’s reputation for garnering foul calls at the hint of contact by an opposing player.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), a brain aneurysm is a weakened area in an artery that bulges outward and fills with blood.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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The always excellent Elizabeth Marvel projects wisdom and warmth as a caring nun at the monastery where Jane once lived, her open-mindedness toward cosmic forces that transcend religion conveyed with crisp economy.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
9 June 2026
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Hollins projects as a potential starter next to Brown and Doubs.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
9 June 2026
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Set on a plaza shaped like a massive record player, the sparkling glass pyramid of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame stands out in Cleveland’s industrial skyline.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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The company stands out for its educational approach, one-on-one customer support and strong customer reviews.—
Amy DeYoung,
USA Today,
7 June 2026
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“Pooches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pooches. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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