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canine

[key-nahyn] / ˈkeɪ naɪn /
NOUN
domesticated canid or animal resembling one
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For Vince, who spoke with AFP at the CinemaCon convention in Las Vegas, the audience reception to news of the latest production, which sees the canine hero back on the basketball court, has been "overwhelming."

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

After early work in mice, progress in humans stalled—then the breakthrough came in canine subjects.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

Animated Australian sensation “Bluey” has arrived in Disneyland, and the titular anthropomorphic pastel-coated canine has come ready to play.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

The cancer wasn’t cured but was greatly reduced, improving the quality of life for his canine companion.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026

The Count smiled, and as his lips ran back over his gums, the long, sharp, canine teeth showed out strangely; he answered:—

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker




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