rat
Example Sentences
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The team then evaluated the powder in rats fed high-sugar diets.
From Science Daily
Life Raft project, which has also targeted rats.
From BBC
Residents living in the area have previously told the BBC they feel "forgotten about" as they are surrounded by rats, flies and an "unbearable smell".
From BBC
“You dirty rat, Russell,” he hollered, spitting like a cat.
From Literature
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“Your weird little rat’s nest—I always assumed that Tess must be taking pity on a poor relation. But you’re rich, richer even than my family.”
From Literature
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