spaying

present participle of spay

Example Sentences

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Verb
  • More government investment in affordable spaying and neutering services, in shelter resources and in strengthening enforcement of breeding laws would help curb the population of pets that need homes, said Judie Mancuso, founder of Social Compassion in Legislation.
    Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 30 Aug. 2025
  • Fostering, volunteering, donating and spaying/neutering pets are crucial to managing the kitten population.
    Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • After a life-altering chemical exposure overseas led to Ruponen losing his ability to walk, regular visits to the veterans' health clinic every six months are crucial.
    Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 4 Sep. 2025
  • Over the past week, the Dallas Cowboys have been a hot topic in the NFL following their latest franchise-altering move.
    Kevin McCormick, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Sep. 2025
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“Spaying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spaying. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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