females

Example Sentences

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“The Boroughs” introduces the newest member of Davis’ gallery of strong and fierce females who have characterized her career.

From Los Angeles Times • May 13, 2026

Only male hedgehogs are chosen to avoid disturbing nesting females.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

Researchers also observed an increase in 'Firmicutes', a group of bacteria previously linked to positive emotions in females.

From Science Daily • May 3, 2026

Males and females hunted together, groomed each other and went on patrols through the forest.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2026

It is not a bad thing after all, I thought to myself, to be tiny as well as speedy when there is a bunch of dangerous females after your blood.

From "The Witches" by Roald Dahl