as in dog
a domestic mammal that is related to the wolves and foxes
in the minds of some, the winner of this prestigious dog show has a fair claim to the title of King of the Canines
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Recent Examples of canine
The cuddly canines and spirited mutts making up Team Fluff and Team Ruff will battle for the coveted Lombarky Trophy, while also playing up for the cameras in hopes of finding their forever home.
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Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Feb. 2026
After a thorough investigation involving canine detection units, police said no explosive devices were found and the building was clear.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 6 Feb. 2026
The animals, protected under the federal, and soon the state, endangered species acts, were greeted like canine celebrities, as residents watched their movements and eagerly followed the birth of pups via trail cameras and media reports.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 6 Feb. 2026
That Rottweiler contended for the Palm Dog at last year’s Cannes, a prize for the festival’s best canine.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
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Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, 8 Feb. 2026
After a thorough investigation involving canine detection units, police said no explosive devices were found and the building was clear.
—Julianna Duennes Russ, Austin American Statesman, 6 Feb. 2026
The animals, protected under the federal, and soon the state, endangered species acts, were greeted like canine celebrities, as residents watched their movements and eagerly followed the birth of pups via trail cameras and media reports.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacbee.com, 6 Feb. 2026
That Rottweiler contended for the Palm Dog at last year’s Cannes, a prize for the festival’s best canine.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for canine
dog
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Small dogs aren’t always cheaper — a Chihuahua costs nearly $29,649.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
IndyStar,
9 Feb. 2026
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The ad oozes cuteness, featuring an adorable baby, a charming house and a faithful family dog.—
Aimee Picchi,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Canine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canine. Accessed 16 Feb. 2026.
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