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menagerie

[muh-naj-uh-ree, -nazh-] / məˈnædʒ ə ri, -ˈnæʒ- /


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She has created large canvases, embellished formal gloves and a gown, and—most shockingly—a decorated taxidermied goat covered in a menagerie of stitched animals, including a mischievous red-winged blackbird and a cheery possum.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 3, 2025

His fake menagerie has become a popular roadside attraction.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 23, 2025

Paignton Zoo, which opened in 1923, was developed from the private menagerie of eccentric millionaire Herbert Whitley, says the zoo on its website.

From BBC • Sep. 30, 2025

“The Baldwins,” arriving Sunday on TLC, follows 66-year-old Alec, 41-year-old Hilaria, their seven children and a menagerie of pets in the weeks leading up to his trial for involuntary manslaughter.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2025

I watch from across the menagerie as August’s mouth opens in shock, then outrage, and then vociferous complaint.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen




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