quail
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Another hunting trip gone awry earned Cheney embarrassing headlines in 2006 when he accidentally shot and wounded a member of the party with a round of birdshot while quail hunting on a Texas ranch.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 4, 2025
Under the ticking clock, the chefs wrestle with dishes like tournedos aux morilles and quail with cherries.
From Salon • Dec. 25, 2024
"There's no reason that it will not work for all poultry operations, including turkeys, quail and ducks," Dridi said.
From Science Daily • May 14, 2024
Other openings: Papa Banh Bao specializes in Saigon-style steamed wheat buns stuffed with quail eggs and char siu pork.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 6, 2024
The javelinas moved away, and I saw some bobwhite quail feed into the opening around the Licks.
From "Old Yeller" by Fred Gipson
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