leash
Example Sentences
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“Then towards the end of the season, we’re going to see how the points fall and whether anything needs to be done. But at that stage, absolutely off the leash, both of them.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
Guarded by elite army commandos, their mascot Aloka -- a stray dog rescued in India -- walked on a leash, drawing bows and clasped hands from devotees lining the route.
From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026
And they hinted at a tighter leash on foreigners who analyze Chinese business, saying officials should police misconduct involving “information-gathering activities related to industrial and supply chains” in China.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
A puppy is getting a new leash on life after being rescued with life-threatening facial injuries in Pasadena.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026
“What’s he thinking?” asked Jenny, coming into the kennel with a leash.
From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein
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