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Recent Examples of reptiles
Almost all of the largest plant and animal species on Earth were driven to extinction, including all of the non-avian dinosaurs and the last of the flying reptiles.
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Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 2 Oct. 2025
The serpentarium hopes to give tours to children and host other sessions for adults, who sign waivers, to meet the reptiles.
—Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 2 Oct. 2025
This environment allowed small reptiles to easily move into the marine habitats and rapidly evolve into new species.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2025
In 2016, Garcia showcased his collection of reptiles, which includes snakes and lizards, on Vimeo.
—Stephanie Kaloi, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2025
The piece was enough to identify the prehistoric animal as a species of pterosaur, flying reptiles that ranged in size from modern-day birds to small airplanes.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 26 Sep. 2025
Also known as monitor lizards, these reptiles can be found in the wild in South East Asia, and usually do not engage with people.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Sep. 2025
There were also large predatory marine reptiles called ichthyosaurs about 246 million years ago that grew up to 13 feet and stalked the seas that covered up present day Nevada.
—Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 24 Sep. 2025
Small pets like guinea pigs, reptiles and birds also get special attention during their time at the shelter.
—Lisa Bloch, Mercury News, 23 Sep. 2025
Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 2 Oct. 2025
The serpentarium hopes to give tours to children and host other sessions for adults, who sign waivers, to meet the reptiles.
—Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 2 Oct. 2025
This environment allowed small reptiles to easily move into the marine habitats and rapidly evolve into new species.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2025
In 2016, Garcia showcased his collection of reptiles, which includes snakes and lizards, on Vimeo.
—Stephanie Kaloi, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2025
The piece was enough to identify the prehistoric animal as a species of pterosaur, flying reptiles that ranged in size from modern-day birds to small airplanes.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 26 Sep. 2025
Also known as monitor lizards, these reptiles can be found in the wild in South East Asia, and usually do not engage with people.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Sep. 2025
There were also large predatory marine reptiles called ichthyosaurs about 246 million years ago that grew up to 13 feet and stalked the seas that covered up present day Nevada.
—Popular Science Team, Popular Science, 24 Sep. 2025
Small pets like guinea pigs, reptiles and birds also get special attention during their time at the shelter.
—Lisa Bloch, Mercury News, 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reptiles
Noun
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The 2-year-old appears to have gotten out into the backyard and opened a kennel where two Rottweilers were being kept, allowing the dogs to get out and attack him, the Valdosta Police Department said in a statement.—
Jeanine Santucci,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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The ‘dogs’ proved so popular, in fact, that the 1966 World Cup group game between France and Uruguay had to be moved across London to White City as Wembley’s owners refused to cancel its regular Friday night meeting.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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More than a decade later, the series continues to reimagine American histories and channel primal fears — from clowns and cults, to witches and ghosts — with each installment cloaked in social commentary and camp.—
James Mercadante,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Oct. 2025
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But that won't ease the fears of anyone who categorizes clowns as monsters.—
Marci Robin,
Allure,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The sequel sees Odenkirk’s Hutch Mansell attempt to take a family vacation, only to cross paths with violent jerks played by Colin Hanks and Sharon Stone.—
Brian Tallerico,
Vulture,
22 Sep. 2025
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The mechanism feels smooth and sturdy—no awkward jerks or wobbles.—
Zoë Sessums,
Architectural Digest,
4 Sep. 2025
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Serpentarium visitors can meet and pet Fáfnir and a number of snakes and alligators at the grand opening, Wilson said.—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
2 Oct. 2025
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The entire concert is a spectacle — all black and red, smoke and snakes.—
Janey Tracey,
Entertainment Weekly,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Rabies can be found in many other wildlife species, including raccoons, skunks, coyotes and foxes.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
18 Sep. 2025
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After World War I, fur remained a status garment, though lower-cost furs like skunk, mole, and musquash entered mainstream winter wear.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Rabies can be found in many other wildlife species, including raccoons, skunks, coyotes and foxes.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
18 Sep. 2025
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After World War I, fur remained a status garment, though lower-cost furs like skunk, mole, and musquash entered mainstream winter wear.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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No female Weixin leaf litter toads were found, and much about the new species remains unknown.—
Aspen Pflughoeft,
Miami Herald,
13 Aug. 2025
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Instead, these poisonous toads proved deadly to the native species that tried to prey on them.—
Discover Magazine,
Discover Magazine,
14 Oct. 2024
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Best Vehicle Unleash the beasts with two dragons that eat, launch, race, and store Hot Wheels cars.—
Pamela Brill,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
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With deals spanning across performance beasts, camera champs, and everyday essentials, there’s something here for every type of user.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
29 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Reptiles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reptiles. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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