tail

Example Sentences

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The request came on the tail of the CDC restricting travel from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan earlier in the month as the outbreak worsens.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

There was also Drepanosaurus, a tree-dwelling reptile equipped with a large claw resembling that of a tree sloth, along with a smaller claw on its prehensile tail.

From Science Daily • May 29, 2026

While trimming back Valerie's hedges and clearing brambles, the 24-year-old spotted a rusted, 50cm device that looked "almost like a mortar stood up on its tail".

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Essentially a series of chases, the cartoon opens with the dog Bimbo hot on the tail of a chicken and continues with the same pooch being followed by a canine cop.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

J.W. was closing in on it with his tail high.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck