animalistic
Example Sentences
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Mexicans have plenty of spiritual animalistic icons and regional exclusives that make sense, from the endangered axolotl salamander to Xoloitzcuintle, a hairless dog.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 16, 2026
Some take animalistic forms, looking like out-of-control piñatas.
From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2025
“There’s this relationship with animal nature or animalistic instinct,” she said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 11, 2024
Early on, Bella’s clothing is more doll-like and animalistic.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 14, 2023
Her breath was ragged, animalistic, the opposite of pretty.
From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray
