as in dog
a domestic mammal that is related to the wolves and foxes
in the minds of some, the winner of this prestigious dog show has a fair claim to the title of King of the Canines
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Recent Examples of canine
After the dog's escape, the canine landed in a marsh on the other side of the fence and promptly became stuck in the muck.
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Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
Acting Park Superintendent Barb Lusco said the dog park totals about 5 acres, split into two sides so small dogs don’t get run over by large dogs playing with fellow canines.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Airport-style baggage and body scanners have been installed at facility entrances and the county has increased the frequency of searches and the use of drug-sniffing canines.
—Jason Henry, Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
Kaden Sites Chaffee County Earlier in the week, authorities said a search and rescue canine showed some interest in that area.
—Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
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Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 28 Apr. 2026
Acting Park Superintendent Barb Lusco said the dog park totals about 5 acres, split into two sides so small dogs don’t get run over by large dogs playing with fellow canines.
—Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Airport-style baggage and body scanners have been installed at facility entrances and the county has increased the frequency of searches and the use of drug-sniffing canines.
—Jason Henry, Daily News, 24 Apr. 2026
Kaden Sites Chaffee County Earlier in the week, authorities said a search and rescue canine showed some interest in that area.
—Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for canine
dog
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In recent years, Ed Sheeran slipped behind the counter, gamely slinging dogs and taking his fair share of abuse from the staff.—
Jimmy Jellinek,
SPIN,
27 Apr. 2026
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During the day, McKinley Park is filled with activity, from dog walkers and joggers to families enjoying the outdoors.—
Conor McGill,
CBS News,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Canine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canine. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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