critter

Example Sentences

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They found Madagascar "hissing" cockroaches, a bulky insect named for its noisy defence mechanism, and dubia cockroaches, an invasive critter bred as a snack for pet lizards.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

The frog is the second nonflying critter spotted on the crossing.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 22, 2025

As Popcorn gained popularity online, Chris and Lily wrote a book together about the impact that the little critter had on their family, which was then published in May 2024.

From BBC • May 24, 2025

A neighbor had already posted an image of an early-emerging critter.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 1, 2024

The critter most precious to Wilbur Mercer, along with the donkey.

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick