hog

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China is the world’s largest soybean importer, relying heavily on imports to feed its massive hog and poultry industries.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

"When I brought him up to the surface I realised it was actually a big adult hog - and my goodness did he smell bad," explained Andy.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

Yet Carrick was not about to hog the limelight as he attended a family event alongside, among others, close friend Chris Hood.

From BBC • Mar. 3, 2026

Touching the handle after the hog line is not allowed.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

Then when the three of them came into the house for dinner, after washing the last of the hog smell off their hands in the mudroom, Dad handed Mother the tax bill without comment.

From "Among the Hidden" by Margaret Peterson Haddix