canines
Example Sentences
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But for those who may be allergic to dogs or live with cynophobia - the extreme fear of dogs or canines - they say the rise of dog-friendly spaces is a growing concern.
From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026
For his installation, titled "Dynamics of a Dog on a Leash" and first shown last year, Todo purchased three robot canines made by Chinese startup Unitree, costing thousands of dollars each.
From Barron's • Jan. 30, 2026
In recent days, police—on foot and in vehicles, some equipped with night-vision goggles—have been near Chakwera’s house trying to catch an incriminating glimpse of the canines, residents said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 13, 2026
Authorities, including the Huntington Beach Police Department, say coyote mating season is a time to be more cautious about the wily canines that live among us.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026
The canines on these hummers were as big as the canines on any guard dog you’ll ever see, and that was a rude awakening.
From "The Hot Zone" by Richard Preston
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