amphibians

NOUN

cold-blooded vertebrate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

frog salamander toad

STRONG

caecilian caudate hyla newt

Example Sentences

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"These amphibians need care and attention for their entire lives, which can be 15 years," it added.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

Before this system evolved, amphibians relied on a different method.

From Science Daily • Apr. 23, 2026

Members of Wrexham Toad Patrols ensure the amphibians cross a busy road to reach the Nant-y-Ffrith reservoir each year.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

With long, slender legs and a lightweight frame, it likely moved quickly through vegetation, hunting small reptiles, amphibians, and early mammals.

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

“Like mammals, reptiles, birds, amphibians? Okay? Then that didn’t work. It was too confusing with the squid and the horseshoe crab.”

From "Landscape with Invisible Hand" by M.T. Anderson