prowling

Example Sentences

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As for the red wolf, Mr. Moore writes that, in the 1930s in northeast Louisiana, a remnant tract of old-growth forest teemed with prowling panthers and massive alligators.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

Branch, widely projected to go in the second round of the NFL draft later this week, faces misdemeanor charges of obstructing public sidewalks, prowling and obstructing a law enforcement officer.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 20, 2026

Analysts say the products underpinning identity security will need to adapt as the number of bots and agents prowling networks surges in the next few years.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

This year, one of Ireland's most haunting creations has been prowling the streets as the sinister she wolf is brought to life for the festival.

From BBC • Oct. 31, 2025

Lions, prowling their cages with hungry saliva dripping from their great jaws.

From "Tiger, Tiger" by Lynne Reid Banks