trapper

Example Sentences

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Last year, California wildlife officials investigated a coyote trapper employed by Torrance and other cities for possible violation of state law at the urging of animal welfare activists.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 25, 2025

The Miami-born comedian was featured prominently throughout the night, and even starred in three Spanish-laden skits alongside the “Monaco” Latin trapper.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 22, 2023

Mr. Fitzsimons, a recreational trapper, was also carrying a six-foot-long unstrung archery bow and a fur pelt draped across his neck.

From New York Times • Jul. 13, 2023

If the American trapper is an endangered species, I say: Good riddance.

From Washington Post • Apr. 7, 2023

The regulators called at all hours, visiting the poorest trapper and wealthiest magistrate alike.

From "The Underground Railroad: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead