culling

Example Sentences

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The bird flu outbreak is ongoing and has led to the culling of millions of birds, mostly turkeys, over the past few months.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

L.A.’s nightlife — particularly in downtown — is still recovering from the pandemic-era culling of live venues and hospitality.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026

To solve it, she has employed a full-time worker whose main job is culling deer.

From BBC • Dec. 25, 2025

By culling the bears -- which can weigh up to half a ton and outrun a human -- officials hope to stem the threat across parts of northern Japan.

From Barron's • Dec. 24, 2025

“He’s culling, down at the chicken houses,” she said.

From "Red Kayak" by Priscilla Cummings