animalistic
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Mexicans have plenty of spiritual animalistic icons and regional exclusives that make sense, from the endangered axolotl salamander to Xoloitzcuintle, a hairless dog.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 16, 2026
Some take animalistic forms, looking like out-of-control piñatas.
From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2025
Potrykus makes a psychologically revealing meal out of every nervous interjection of Derek’s until they become animalistic and eventually sorrowful.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 9, 2025
Early on, Bella’s clothing is more doll-like and animalistic.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 14, 2023
We hear another animalistic roar in the distance, but not as distant as it was last time.
From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer
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