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breeding

[bree-ding] / ˈbri dɪŋ /


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Colbert responded humorously about a ‘captive breeding program’ for the Jimmys.

From Salon • May 19, 2026

"You can't stop, because it takes so long to develop new varieties," says Stefan Kuiper, the company's breeding manager.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

There are cooperatively breeding insects, rodents, and even reptiles.

From Slate • May 10, 2026

Ridglan, which denied wrongdoing, offered a deal: It would close its breeding operation this coming July, keeping only its smaller testing operation open, in exchange for avoiding charges.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

His tone was academic, as if discussing the breeding patterns of a mildly interesting species of rodent.

From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs




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