catlike

Example Sentences

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She moved slowly, catlike, and seemed not too concerned.

From Slate • Nov. 26, 2023

When he goes inside, he sees that it has been enveloped in darkness and taken over by evil, shadowy creatures that can resemble everything from blobs to catlike predators.

From Scientific American • Oct. 20, 2023

Based on comparisons with animals living and extinct, Dr. Wang’s team placed the creature early in the evolution of mammalian carnivores, a group that includes the dog family and catlike and bearlike animals.

From New York Times • Jun. 18, 2023

But the slower movement then makes the robot look sleepy or catlike.

From BBC • May 4, 2023

He had a catlike face with slanted eyes and a half smile.

From "Homeless Bird" by Gloria Whelan