herd

Example Sentences

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Billy hails from a herd in Malaysia that was culled to clear land for palm and rubber plantations, according to the zoo.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Gallagher has moved to a regenerative approach to grass-growing for his 70-strong suckler herd.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Israeli dairy and fruit farmer Tommy Kurlender refused to abandon his herd during the last war with Hezbollah, and vowed he would again stay put this time around.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

The smallest cattle herd in 75 years has driven up the cost of purchasing cattle from ranchers, squeezing meatpackers’ profits.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 16, 2026

When he returns, he’ll discuss what he’s seen with the family or the village, and they’ll decide whether to move the herd.

From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola