puppies

Example Sentences

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The Sixers proved to be as dangerous as a warm basket of puppies.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

One of her mother’s dogs had recently had puppies, which were in a cardboard box near the front door, the release said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026

The puppies, who have all been named, will soon get vaccinated and microchipped, before being found suitable new homes.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Martin had travelled from Woodford Green in east London to be at the property, where there were two adult XL bullies – called Beauty and Bear – and eight puppies.

From BBC • Feb. 20, 2026

He heard, then saw them at the soccer field, racing and yelping like puppies in a pasture.

From "Wringer" by Jerry Spinelli