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

The rest of the animals were taken in by the Dogs Trust, which said more than 115 had been rehomed, including 10 puppies born in its care.

From BBC • May 8, 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

A dog in Kent has given birth to a record-breaking 17 puppies, leaving her owners overrun.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

Vonetta and Fern ran to him like nipping puppies.

From "P.S. Be Eleven" by Rita Williams-Garcia