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leash

[leesh] / liʃ /




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Guarded by elite army commandos, their mascot Aloka -- a stray dog rescued in India -- walked on a leash, drawing bows and clasped hands from devotees lining the route.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

They use borrowed money and have risk managers who keep them on a tight leash.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

A puppy is getting a new leash on life after being rescued with life-threatening facial injuries in Pasadena.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

"But at this stage, absolutely off the leash, both of them, as long as there's always this kind of margin between the cars. We are fine."

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

“Come on, Freebie” Felix tugged on the leash.

From "Millionaires for the Month" by Stacey McAnulty




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