crossbreed

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And when distant relatives "crossbreed," this can lead to the emergence of viruses with completely new properties.

From Science Daily • May 13, 2024

They crossbreed different varieties to produce new ones that grow better and are more resistant to diseases.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2023

Using late-night munchies to crossbreed cultures is a long-held tradition of the L.A. food scene.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2023

Hershtik learned from Sela about the world of snake handling and the two set up snake exhibits together and partnered to crossbreed the reptiles.

From Seattle Times • May 15, 2022

"Archibald eclipses the Muses themselves; his words flow like the sylvan stream by moonlight, and his melody is a crossbreed of the nightingale and the owl."

From The Spy by Cooper, James Fenimore