zoo

Example Sentences

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On Alexander's due date we went to the zoo, because we had got him a little otter teddy.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

A zoo is celebrating the birth of a giant anteater pup, which zoologists say is "considered the most threatened mammal in Central America".

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

“There are very limited options beyond antibiotics and, unfortunately, antibiotics alone will not fully resolve the infection,” the zoo said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Without them, the zoo no longer met Assn. of Zoos and Aquariums standards requiring accredited zoos to have at least three Asian elephants.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

"Mr. Johnson told me that Amanda doesn't talk to any kids in River Heights. Not here at the petting zoo and not at school, either."

From "Pony Problems: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #3" by Carolyn Keene