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wildcat

[wahyld-kat] / ˈwaɪldˌkæt /
NOUN
large cat
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Word spread that a new band was throwing wildcat ragers in the ugliest parts of town.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

To better understand how evolution shaped these sounds, the researchers compared domestic cat meows with those of five wild cat species: African wildcat, European wildcat, jungle cat, cheetah, and cougar.

From Science Daily • Feb. 11, 2026

When he shows up to USC, his college choice, the Trojans will have plenty of plans on how to use him, whether it’s receiver, wildcat quarterback, returning punts or kickoffs.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 21, 2025

All modern cats are descended from the same species - the African wildcat.

From BBC • Nov. 27, 2025

Pooky Suggs, who hadn’t been to church in twenty years, said this preacher had it right and gathered a group of men around him to announce a wildcat strike.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam