petted

Example Sentences

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He spent a full minute sniffing my legs and shoes, after coming up to Viana to be petted.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

The pair shook hands with members of the public, accepted gifts and flowers, and also petted a few dogs beside some delighted owners.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2025

He petted dogs and stroked kittens at animal shelters outside Donetsk.

From New York Times • Jan. 22, 2024

The sun was shining and our hearts were full as we sipped rosé and petted dogs and horse along the way.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 22, 2023

They treated her well, they fed her and petted her and loved her, but still she wanted to leave, she had to leave.

From "The Old Willis Place" by Mary Downing Hahn