as in shark
an aggressive and fiercely determined person
even the best defense can't keep that tiger from scoring
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Recent Examples of tiger
Also known as cica or tiger grass, the anti-inflammatory ingredient is known to soothe skin, help with uneven skin tone, and even promote collagen production.
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Lauren Finney Harden, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
The options include a panda, tiger, hippo, or (my favorite) a tiny little sloth.
—Chaunie Brusie, Parents, 13 Mar. 2026
Bakers looking to add a sweet, nutty flavor to their recipes without the nuts should consider tiger nut flour.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Kobi Halperin opted for tiger prints.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 11 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for tiger
Lauren Finney Harden, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
The options include a panda, tiger, hippo, or (my favorite) a tiny little sloth.
—Chaunie Brusie, Parents, 13 Mar. 2026
Bakers looking to add a sweet, nutty flavor to their recipes without the nuts should consider tiger nut flour.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Mar. 2026
Kobi Halperin opted for tiger prints.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 11 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tiger
Noun
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Making it the state shark would magnify that, Godfrey says.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
23 Mar. 2026
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How did researchers make such detailed observations about shark behavior?—
BRADY DENNIS THE WASHINGTON POST,
Arkansas Online,
22 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Under notable catches, the state lists 12 additional species, including barracuda, blue marlin and the white shark.—
Jack Perry,
The Providence Journal,
5 Jan. 2026
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There are optional add-ons like sea urchin, fatty tuna (o-toro) and barracuda, but chances are stomach real estate has become scarce, and the remaining three courses will close it down.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
24 Dec. 2025
Noun
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For example, his steady job working in a bookstore blows up when it is set on fire and destroyed by those bullies ruling the neighborhood.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
23 Mar. 2026
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Political bullies also enjoy demeaning names and character assassination.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
16 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Rom-com writer Emily Henry pays tribute to a pit bull named Dottie in an essay that opens with the aforementioned warning.—
Air Mail,
Air Mail,
14 Mar. 2026
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Piner’s Facebook profile photo is of a pit bull that looks to be the same dog as photos released by the Sheriff's Office.—
Scott Butler,
Florida Times-Union,
2 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The first obstacle for the marines would be getting their ships—which would be carrying combat troops, helicopters, fighter jets, and amphibious assault vehicles—to successfully land on the islands.—
Sudarsan Raghavan,
New Yorker,
25 Mar. 2026
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The 48-year-old business owner and former MMA fighter has been known to work across the aisle and has strong relationships with some Democrats, which Heinrich and Fetterman have cited for their support.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
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“Tiger.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tiger. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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