calf

Example Sentences

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On a recent weekday, the calf ranch and dairy farm were visible from a public road.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

Some dairy farms send calves out to third-party calf ranches for rearing.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

"Let me say this plainly: this is not a golden calf," he said later that night on X, referring to the Old Testament idol that famously made Moses irate after he received the Commandments.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

Stones played in 73% of games for City during his first season at the club, but that has dropped down to 30% this term because of muscular issues including thigh and calf problems.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

“Allow me to present my colleague, Dr. Lumley,” he would announce to a lame horse or a colicky calf.

From "The Interrupted Tale" by Maryrose Wood