petting

Example Sentences

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“The Knicks just won a championship, we were so happy,” she yells out, petting her dog.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 2026

Capybaras occasionally wander into the café, though petting them isn’t allowed.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

One couple who dreamed of running a pop-up campsite and petting farm decided to sell up and move to England, where the limit was 60.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

The companies also offer recommendations, like giving certain supplements or bringing babies to a petting zoo, which they said can improve children’s microbiomes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

"After people read the article, everyone will want to come see Buttons. He'll be a celebrity. Finally, people will fill up my petting zoo!"

From "Pony Problems: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #3" by Carolyn Keene