dog

Example Sentences

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So I kicked the dog out, and the tenant, and instituted a new policy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

The team investigated the genetic mutations involved in cancer development and discovered many of the same cancer-driving genes seen in human and dog cancers.

From Science Daily • May 24, 2026

For the 2026 Angels, the dog days have already begun — before Memorial Day weekend.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

The only glimpse the audience had of "the Pope" was an arm reaching out from behind a dressing room door labelled "Pope Leo XIV" and throwing away a hot dog.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

The dog watches as I stand frozen in the middle of the road.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith