strays

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When our conversation strays into this territory, he turns blunt.

From Salon • May 15, 2026

Mr. James has compiled his own self-help manifesto, one that strays into platitudes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 1, 2026

Noah telling Kendrick “I remembered what you can do to lightskinned dudes from other countries” - Drake is never not catching strays at the Grammys.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 1, 2026

District councillor Lau Chun-hoi said he still hoped more pets that survived, citing reports of strays.

From Barron's • Dec. 2, 2025

Maybe because all of them used to be strays and were grateful for their second chances.

From "Dog Squad" by Chris Grabenstein