critter

Example Sentences

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The two-year-old furry critter, described by keepers as extremely shy, was being kept in the hospital for diagnostic testing, it said.

From Barron's • Jun. 17, 2026

The frog is the second nonflying critter spotted on the crossing.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 22, 2025

As Popcorn gained popularity online, Chris and Lily wrote a book together about the impact that the little critter had on their family, which was then published in May 2024.

From BBC • May 24, 2025

And it's partly thanks to a noisy critter from Costa Rica named Alston's singing mouse.

From Science Daily • Jan. 30, 2024

The critter was long gone, but Ophie made frequent visits to the spot, most especially when Mama got to hollering at her about some chore or another.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland