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lion

[lahy-uhn] / ˈlaɪ ən /


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But I do cherish thoughts of snorkeling with playful sea lion pups.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 8, 2026

This led to the destruction of all things monarchy-related, including the statues of the lion and the unicorn—symbols of the king—perched atop the state house.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026

As mountain lion activity increased, coyotes and bobcats were observed less frequently.

From Science Daily • Jun. 28, 2026

Three hours before the match, AFP spoke with several protesters who held tickets and wore T-shirts printed with that pre-revolution flag -- horizontal green, white and red stripes overlaid with a sun and a lion.

From Barron's • Jun. 15, 2026

Besides, that furrier sold us a scented oil he uses to trap mountain lions, and who can resist a plan involving a mountain lion?

From "The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams" by Daniel Nayeri




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