grooming

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In some cases, up to five cone ants would gather and begin grooming.

From Science Daily • Apr. 14, 2026

It creates a long chain of spending on food, grooming, healthcare, apparel, toys, boarding, and services.

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

Help with eating, grooming and other daily activities requires hands-on care — and that’s expensive.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 26, 2026

Meanwhile, politicians from across Dudley Council's political divides are calling a special meeting of the authority to debate the media reports of child grooming.

From BBC • Mar. 25, 2026

She grinned at him—her eyes tipped up at the corners when she smiled—and began grooming the griffin’s wings, who objected with both sets of claws.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell