pugs

plural of pug

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of pugs Many of these breeds, like bulldogs, French bulldogs, pugs, shih tzus, Pekingese, and Japanese chin, are well-suited to shorter walks and indoor play and are prone to overheating, so their activity should be adjusted accordingly. Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Aug. 2025 French bulldogs, pugs, and other short-nosed dog breeds have had a grip on dog lovers for years now. Laura Baisas Aug 6, Popular Science, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pugs
Noun
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Noun
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Noun
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“Pugs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pugs. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.

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