captivity
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He also notes that a few hundred red wolves still survive in captivity; conservationists are holding out hope that a place in the wild where they might flourish will one day be found.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
The cubs' mother, Tipah, born in January 2019, is described as "independent, cheeky and inquisitive" and has produced one of the largest litters recorded for Sumatran tigers in captivity, the park said.
From BBC • May 19, 2026
It added that "the United Arab Emirates provided humanitarian assistance during the return of the Russian servicemen from captivity".
From Barron's • May 15, 2026
It now seems possible that his wartime captivity cast a shadow over his working life too.
From BBC • May 5, 2026
In contrast, a domesticated animal is defined as an animal selectively bred in captivity and thereby modified from its wild ancestors, for use by humans who control the animal’s breeding and food supply.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
Vocabulary lists containing captivity
Charlotte's Web
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"The Tragedy of Macbeth," Vocabulary from Act 1
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"Wild Animals Aren't Pets" and "Let People Own Exotic Animals"
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