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Example Sentences

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At the time of the eclipse, the moon will be in the constellation Leo, under the lion’s hind paws.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 2, 2026

"Look at the length of the skull, the length of the neck, and the length of the hind limb -- you're in heron territory."

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

“The IRS is really on its hind heels here.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

The most unexpected discovery came from the larger mummy's hind feet: this dinosaur had hooves.

From Science Daily • Nov. 30, 2025

Shocked, he froze in place when he saw the large horned toad standing on its hind legs and holding a glowing quartz crystal.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young