peacock

Example Sentences

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I land, rump first, on what appears to be a gilded box owned by a pinch-faced peacock of a woman.

From Literature

Like now, the way she was marching ahead as if she were going into battle, one long peacock feather flying proudly from her prim dark bonnet like a flag.

From Literature

The peacock is often used to symbolise beauty and pride in Nigerian art, AFP reports.

From BBC

I’m lucky in that I live near three botanic gardens, so I really have my pick, but I got a membership to the Arboretum because I like that they have peacocks.

From Los Angeles Times

Other of Mr Lindon's tiny creations include unique animals crafted within the eye of a needle, from a blue whale to a delicate peacock butterfly.

From BBC