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Example Sentences

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"Look at the length of the skull, the length of the neck, and the length of the hind limb -- you're in heron territory."

From Barron's • Feb. 27, 2026

“The IRS is really on its hind heels here.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

The most unexpected discovery came from the larger mummy's hind feet: this dinosaur had hooves.

From Science Daily • Nov. 30, 2025

They are typically small to medium-sized and have powerful hind legs that they use to bound along at high speeds and jump distances.

From BBC • Sep. 13, 2025

Twisting frantically out of Torak’s grip, he leapt for the bank, landing with his hind legs in the water and his forepaws clawing at the bank.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver