zoo

Example Sentences

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On Alexander's due date we went to the zoo, because we had got him a little otter teddy.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

A zoo is celebrating the birth of a giant anteater pup, which zoologists say is "considered the most threatened mammal in Central America".

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

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

This month, the zoo announced Tina was suffering from an infection and abnormal buildup of fluid in her uterus.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

“Finally, if you do not return to this zoo at all,” Baaz continued, “the new debts you have incurred and the inconvenience fees will fall to Jabir...and to your mother.”

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray