den

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It is thought the fox chose to create a den on one of the the islands there because it gives her cubs greater security.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026

But a well-known black bear in the area, known as Rose, had other plans for the home, having already settled into her new den in the home’s crawl space.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

The group has struggled to reposition itself strategically, and Van den Brink’s surprise announcement last month that he would leave has added fresh uncertainty to the company’s direction ahead.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 11, 2026

Van den Brink stunned the company last month by announcing that he would be stepping down after almost six years at the helm.

From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026

I set Bobo on the floor of his den.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen