rat

Example Sentences

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She also trips over a dozen other travel agents and casino operators who can’t be trusted not to rat her out to the state.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

A TikTok of “The Traitors” and “Love Island” cast member Rob Rausch handling a rat snake.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

My mom and stepdad wanted a deeper connection with the earth and to get away from the rat race.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

She shows off large animal heads, including a rat and a bull, and an embroidered dress with a ruffled hem made for the production of the Handel opera "Alcina".

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

“You’re right, there’s nowhere on earth I’d rather be than running toward the Prince of Demons on a freaking cold November night on—That was a rat, I stepped on a rat!”

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny