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Recent Examples of crocodile
Queensland’s Department of Environment, Science and Innovation has warned residents to be wary of crocodiles that could be lurking in the floodwaters, according to Nine News.
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Helen Regan, CNN, 2 Feb. 2025
The scientists set the nets at different spots then stayed on their boat overnight to make sure the crocodiles didn’t eat their catch.
—Charlie Cordero, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2025
The crocodile is fast and only uses a fraction of our wisdom power.
—Hylke Faber, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
Modern Australia is known for its array of wildlife: poisonous snakes and spiders, saltwater crocodiles, koalas, kangaroos, and more.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 19 Feb. 2025
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Helen Regan, CNN, 2 Feb. 2025
The scientists set the nets at different spots then stayed on their boat overnight to make sure the crocodiles didn’t eat their catch.
—Charlie Cordero, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2025
The crocodile is fast and only uses a fraction of our wisdom power.
—Hylke Faber, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
Modern Australia is known for its array of wildlife: poisonous snakes and spiders, saltwater crocodiles, koalas, kangaroos, and more.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crocodile
Noun
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Per Sotheby’s, matte alligator Birkins are increasing in popularity and value.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
27 Feb. 2025
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That theory was later debunked when a search of area alligator ponds and the stash house she was allegedly held in turned up nothing.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
27 Feb. 2025
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The researchers compared isotopic data of the Australopithecus enamel with tooth samples from coexisting animals, including monkeys, antelopes, and large predators like hyenas, jackals, and big cats.—
Jack Knudson,
Discover Magazine,
17 Jan. 2025
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For thousands of years humans have used snares to catch antelope, deer, and other game for sustenance.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
16 Jan. 2025
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Photo: Getty Images Lipa’s winter wardrobe has been percolating with strong outwear and accessories—a bold snakeskin coat by Jil Sander, a plushy puffer jacket and a heavily charmed Hermès Birkin.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
13 Feb. 2025
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Indeed, for all his film’s eccentricities — Blue Velvet’s freaky Frank Booth huffing, well, whatever that stuff is, Lost Highway’s spine-chilling Mystery Man, or Wild at Heart’s Sailor kung fu-kicking in a snakeskin jacket — Lynch wasn’t trying to be controversial.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
17 Jan. 2025
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The gray seal, later coined with the name Chappy, entered the Mystic Aquarium’s Animal Rescue Clinic on Feb. 16 after being found stranded on the streets of New Haven, according to a Facebook post by the aquarium.—
Paloma Chavez,
Miami Herald,
4 Mar. 2025
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The seal, which was believed to be about 5 to 6 weeks old, was more than 1,000 feet from the nearest river.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2025
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Rocky Gap participates in the Maryland Park Service's Scales & Tales education program for kids.—
Trudy Haywood Saunders,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Mar. 2025
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Julie Andrews as Maria Andrews starred as Maria, the precocious and inspirational governess who helps the von Trapp kids learn to embrace music and family — and later becomes their stepmother.—
Keith Langston,
People.com,
2 Mar. 2025
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As for bags, the Script logo shopper was made in an even lighter, more relaxed shopping bag in an allover calfskin leather, suede or pony skin, while the Flap Bag reinterpreted a classic camera bag in smooth calfskin leather.—
Stephen Garner,
WWD,
3 Mar. 2025
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Crafted from calfskin with a monogram print, the Speedy P9 Bandoulière 30 bag is ideal for life’s happenings.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
28 Feb. 2025
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Detailing includes a heritage side lock, top handles, a detachable strap, and a premium lambskin lining.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
28 Feb. 2025
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This pair from Savior Heat is made from a combination of lambskin and polyester to trap warmth, even outside of its heating capabilities.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2025
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Wayfair has a large sheepskin rug that also comes in a variety of colors and shapes.—
Christopher Murray,
Fox News,
20 Feb. 2025
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One vendor, Brenda Knight, was showing real sheepskin coats retailing for $4,000.—
Lisa Lockwood,
WWD,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Crocodile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crocodile. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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