trapper

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Recent Examples of trapper People who live in Florida must also realize that the alligators were here first, and not be so quick to call a trapper when a gator is sunning in a public space. Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Aug. 2026 The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said in its statement that its officers and an alligator trapper were summoned. David Chiu, PEOPLE, 10 Aug. 2026 To remove cane toads from your property, wear eye and skin protection, and contact a wildlife trapper if necessary. Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 8 July 2026 In 2019, Taylor Parker began a relationship with Wade Griffin, a roofer and hog trapper living in northeast Texas. Isabella Wandermurem, Time, 12 June 2026 The hike features Bailly Homestead, where fur trapper Joseph Bailly first established his trading post along the Little Calumet River in 1822. Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026 With traces of the trap titans that paved the way, Kushington’s motivational raps filled his trapper-friendly The Streets Is Yours debut project, which arrived last March. Michael Saponara, Billboard, 27 Mar. 2026 Even though trapping itself isn’t painful to the animal, some anti-trappers and hunters are uncomfortable with the idea of an animal being captive, or experiencing fear when the trapper arrives to check the trap. Skye Goode, Outdoor Life, 29 Jan. 2026 His final accents came via dark shades and a fluffy black trapper hat. Christina Perrier, InStyle, 16 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for trapper
Noun
  • The couple married in 1963 and become known as Nazi hunters, tracking down former Nazi officials and Vichy collaborators, including Kurt Lischka, Ernst Ehlers, Kurt Asche and Maurice Papon, in addition to Barbie.
    Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 17 Aug. 2026
  • With the perfume of white truffles permeating the air, truffle producers, chefs, hunters, travelers and other food enthusiasts gather at Piazza Garibaldi for the event.
    Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Orion was a giant huntsman whom Zeus placed amongst the stars, securing his place in heroic tales for all time.
    Taylor Grothe, Parents, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Though who’s the better huntsman may never be known, the two have specialized in tracking down quarterbacks and running backs for the Cavs.
    Colby Gordon, Austin American Statesman, 5 Dec. 2025

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“Trapper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/trapper. Accessed 22 Aug. 2026.

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