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beagle

[bee-guhl] / ˈbi gəl /
NOUN
hound
Synonyms
STRONG
afghan airedale basset canine dachshund mongrel mutt pointer pooch poodle retriever
WEAK
akita bowwow man's best friend
NOUN
private detective
Synonyms
STRONGEST
detective gumshoe private eye private investigator sleuth
WEAK
P.I. Sherlock Holmes dick flatfoot inquiry agent inspector investigator operative private dick skip tracer sleuthhound spotter tec

Example Sentences

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“Snoopy, for example, is said to be an ‘extrovert beagle with a Walter Mitty complex.’

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2025

Proof of that is in the presence of Meghan’s beloved beagle Guy, still loafing in the corner as our host roasts chicken and throws together caramelized onion tarts.

From Salon • Aug. 27, 2025

We're treated to frequent appearances by the Sussexes' sleepy beagle Guy, who died in January, but not before enjoying a lifetime of homemade dog biscuits Meghan prepares with leftover bacon.

From Salon • Mar. 5, 2025

Hendy-Freegard was released from prison in 2009, and moved to France in 2015 to start a beagle dog breeding business with his partner Sandra Clifton.

From BBC • Feb. 7, 2025

“You’ve got a lot of beagle in you,” he said.

From "Frightful's Mountain" by Jean Craighead George