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Recent Examples of alligator
Going behind-the-scenes of the Jungle Cruise is fascinating, seeing the detail of the animatronics of the ride, but also how the alligator’s individual teeth were handcrafted and all that went into building it.
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Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 22 Jan. 2026
The eleventh picture included two black matte alligator Hermès Birkins, which retail for around $100,000 resale.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 20 Jan. 2026
Discord is a white alligator, but that doesn’t really read for me, especially the skull on her arm.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 17 Jan. 2026
The free event will feature stories, speeches and performances, as well as activities for all ages of alligator enthusiasts.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 15 Jan. 2026
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Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 22 Jan. 2026
The eleventh picture included two black matte alligator Hermès Birkins, which retail for around $100,000 resale.
—Hannah Malach, InStyle, 20 Jan. 2026
Discord is a white alligator, but that doesn’t really read for me, especially the skull on her arm.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 17 Jan. 2026
The free event will feature stories, speeches and performances, as well as activities for all ages of alligator enthusiasts.
—Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 15 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alligator
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Two pairs of pumps, one covered in the same crocodile print as the boots, and one embossed in smooth black leather, are also included in the lineup.—
Tara Larson,
Footwear News,
13 Feb. 2026
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In Paris, the medals started to tarnish and were compared to looking like crocodile skin.—
John Cherwa,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2026
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And unlike elegant formations of soaring birds or massive herds of trekking antelope, these creatures make their annual journey via vast blue highways of the Pacific.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Zebras, warthogs, antelopes with horns that looked like long, twisted lollipops.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
21 Jan. 2026
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The goal is to engage kids in learning about history and civic engagement while putting them on a path to potentially work in the music industry, said the department’s Chief Academic Officer Irene Parisi.—
Theo Peck-Suzuki,
Hartford Courant,
11 Feb. 2026
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Early life as a theater kid Van Der Beek, who was raised in Cheshire, Connecticut, started acting at 13 after suffering a concussion playing football that prevented him from playing for a year on doctor’s orders.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Feb. 2026
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High-end fashion brand Chloé released a capsule collection, ranging from $250 silk scarves to a $5,300 snakeskin and leather shoulder bag with a horse head and tail linked by a horsebit chain.—
Hayley Cuccinello,
CNBC,
14 Feb. 2026
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Sequins, the trending animal print of the moment (snakeskin), and even classic houndstooth all make an appearance.—
Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
10 Feb. 2026
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With stunning coasts lined with calving glaciers and icy fjords, the very best Alaska cruise itineraries offer travelers the opportunity to be immersed in the culture of Indigenous villages, and spot wildlife like whales, seals, and bald eagles right from their stateroom balcony.—
Jessica Puckett,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Feb. 2026
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The indictment has been under seal until Wilcox’s arrest on Monday.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
11 Feb. 2026
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In an age of sports specialization, with elite young athletes being increasingly pushed to concentrate on just one craft, Darnold said putting down the pigskin in favor of the roundball every winter played a key role in his development.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
8 Feb. 2026
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While Coach was so focused on football that he might as well have been made out of pigskin, Claudia leaned toward the performing arts, having played the clarinet in her high school band.—
Ben Bolch,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Jan. 2026
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“Alligator.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alligator. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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