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Recent Examples of sable
Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 13 July 2023
The brush, of sable, which immediately conjures up some semi-mythical creature of the Russian forests.
—The Economist, 22 Apr. 2020
European, American and Japanese furriers had long purchased sable, mink and otter furs from local hunters, but had never been interested in the coarse fur of the Tarbagan marmot.
—Paul French, CNN, 18 Apr. 2020
Salmon, of course, but also smoked trout, whitefish and sable are all gorgeous on a graze board.
—Katie Workman, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2019
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Noun
Natural bristles are sourced from animal fur (squirrels, sables, goats, etc.), which can be difficult to acquire and more labor-intensive — thus, the higher price tag.
—Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 13 July 2023
The brush, of sable, which immediately conjures up some semi-mythical creature of the Russian forests.
—The Economist, 22 Apr. 2020
European, American and Japanese furriers had long purchased sable, mink and otter furs from local hunters, but had never been interested in the coarse fur of the Tarbagan marmot.
—Paul French, CNN, 18 Apr. 2020
Salmon, of course, but also smoked trout, whitefish and sable are all gorgeous on a graze board.
—Katie Workman, NBC News, 12 Dec. 2019
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sable
Adjective
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Pine, 45, wore a classic double-breasted black suit that featured a silk lapel with a crisp white shirt and a black bowtie.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
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The shoes’ uppers are overwhelmingly decorated with light, wispy petals made from all-black leather.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Think floor-length minks sourced on eBay for a steal, paired with sleek, sculpting ski suits, or cozy cashmere layers.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
8 Jan. 2026
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Exuding timeless glamour, this faux mink coat from Quince is at a relatively reasonable price of $130.—
Lane Nieset,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Jenner's ebony mane was done in tousled waves.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
6 Jan. 2026
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This time in an ebony wig and black and silver pants ensemble, Cher, a pair of effervescent dancers and a trio of background singers plowed through the song as fake snow fell from the rafters.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
21 Dec. 2025
Noun
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But despite its many charms, recipes for ermine frosting nearly disappeared after cream cheese frosting surged onto the scene, so many bakers have never heard of it.—
Sheri Castle,
Southern Living,
27 July 2025
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An example: a steel-gray satin duchess coat lined in white ermine, with the black ermine tails falling from inside of the cuffs.—
Ralph Rucci,
Robb Report,
20 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Sacramento Zoo Darla and Jackson have now been living together in the otter habitat for the past couple of weeks now.—
Cecilio Padilla,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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Several chocolate molds have been found including Fetzer’s signature otter mold.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
jsonline.com,
26 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Bros Gets It Buc‑ee’s More road trips will feature the face of the famous beaver mascot, Buc-ee, as Texas’ flagship gas station and convenience store is set to open three new locations.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
8 Jan. 2026
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Hoppers is about a sharp young girl named Mabel (voiced by Piper Curda) who uses cutting-edge technology to literally hop her consciousness into a robotic beaver.—
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal,
Parents,
1 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The Hays County Youth Livestock Show features more than 400 participants, ages 5 to 18, exhibiting rabbits, chickens, pigs, sheep, goats and cattle.—
Staff Photographer,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Jan. 2026
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Key elements of the mystery include a dead rabbit, a live frog, a pair of loafers, a rifle, a milk bottle, and a millionaire who comes to town in a chauffeured limousine.—
Jill Lepore,
New Yorker,
19 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The genetic analysis of the hair identified 46 different martens (18 females and 28 males) living in Klamath, California.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
22 Jan. 2026
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Specifically, state law prohibits salvage of: badger, bobcat, brant, coot, crow, cub bear, duck, elk, fisher, Florida gallinule, geese, marten, moose, otter, snipe, sora rail, spotted fawn deer, Virginia rail, wild turkey, wolf, and woodcock.—
Arpan Lobo,
Freep.com,
16 Dec. 2025
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“Sable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sable. Accessed 23 Jan. 2026.
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