rat

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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

David Wall, who has lived on the street for 44 years, said the piles of dumped black bags had contained dirty nappies, food waste and even a dead rat which caused a ghastly smell.

From BBC • Mar. 6, 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

“You must be Roz,” said the rat, wiggling his nose.

From "The Wild Robot Escapes" by Peter Brown