gorilla
Example Sentences
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So far this problem has largely escaped the notice of most groups tasked with protecting Africa’s great apes: chimpanzees, bonobos, and two species of gorillas.
From National Geographic
In newspaper and magazine articles, Yogi’s looks were compared to those of a gargoyle, a gorilla and an orangutan.
From New York Times
Less than a dozen Ryder fans, one wearing a gorilla mark in homage to the fighter's nickname, were drowned out by the boisterous Mexican fans.
From BBC
Calling Black people “monkeys” and “gorillas” wasn’t the worst of it.
From Los Angeles Times
A report released earlier this month details 14 officers’ communications that include 12 messages likening Black people to gorillas as well as dozens of instances of the N-word.
From Los Angeles Times
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