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dolphin

[dawl-fin, dol-] / ˈdɔl fɪn, ˈdɒl- /


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Although initial reports show the measure may be helping, Rouby suggested that adjusting the ban's timing based on dolphin migration patterns could make it more effective.

From Science Daily • Oct. 22, 2025

In 2019, Canada passed a bill making it illegal to hold a whale, dolphin or porpoise captive.

From BBC • Oct. 11, 2025

For many nature enthusiasts, few scenes are as distressing as finding a stranded whale or dolphin lying helpless on the beach.

From Science Daily • Oct. 11, 2025

Ms. Wille, a psychotherapist, used dolphin encounters as experiential therapy for people struggling with addiction and mental illness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 10, 2025

“Thank you, Reynie, for saving me from that dart,” said Mr. Benedict with a wink and a clipped version of his dolphin laugh.

From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart




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