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[kat] / kæt /




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That isn’t supposed to happen to Nestlé: Unflashy yet reliable products such as Nescafé instant coffee and Fancy Feast cat food are expected to deliver steady gains and a solid dividend, rather than wild selloffs.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

First, she paws around like a cat who wants some attention.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The saber-toothed cat that appears mirage-like through a window, an optical illusion known as a Pepper’s Ghost, doesn’t reflect modern knowledge of the animal’s anatomy.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Karl Lagerfeld’s cat waiting six years for her inheritance.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026

The cat was careening around the table, stepping on people's plates and knocking over glasses.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville




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