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Recent Examples of crocodile
The stainless steel case, black patent leather crocodile band, and custom engravings are emblematic of IDK's ability to turn personal stories into physical, collectible items.
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Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
Indeed, the Australian writer-director laces the film’s many tall tales — like how Pinky’s second husband was eaten by a crocodile right in front of her eyes — with sardonic humor meant to mollify and entertain in equal measure.
—Manuel Betancourt, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2024
In other San rock art, rain animals are depicted as snakes, hippos, crocodiles, and other aquatic creatures, Benoit says.
—Discover Magazine, 18 Oct. 2024
As tourists stumble by with tall cans of Bud Light Lime and cigarettes in hand, Sell’s tattooed, sinewy limbs stretch a matching Lacoste tee and shorts, with the requisite crocodile emblems and matching bright-red shoes.
—Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2024
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Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
Indeed, the Australian writer-director laces the film’s many tall tales — like how Pinky’s second husband was eaten by a crocodile right in front of her eyes — with sardonic humor meant to mollify and entertain in equal measure.
—Manuel Betancourt, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2024
In other San rock art, rain animals are depicted as snakes, hippos, crocodiles, and other aquatic creatures, Benoit says.
—Discover Magazine, 18 Oct. 2024
As tourists stumble by with tall cans of Bud Light Lime and cigarettes in hand, Sell’s tattooed, sinewy limbs stretch a matching Lacoste tee and shorts, with the requisite crocodile emblems and matching bright-red shoes.
—Connor Sheets, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crocodile
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The runway show had a little bit of everything: an awards season-worthy crowd, almost 100 looks, and a brief show-crasher protesting the brand’s use of alligator skin.Kristen Tauer, WWD, 18 Oct. 2024
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But Arthropleura still stood out, reaching about the same length as modern alligators, lead study author Mickaël Lhéritier said.Ashley Strickland, CNN, 18 Oct. 2024
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Plus, Lewis said antelope tends to be a healthy meat option.Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 2 Nov. 2024
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Daines likes to target big game such as elk and antelope while Thune likes to hunt pheasant in South Dakota’s fields and prairies, which are considered the best pheasant hunting ground in the country.Alexander Bolton, The Hill, 31 Oct. 2024
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More decorations, including nods to wildlife, beer, and area distilleries, can be seen around the place, outfitted with wooden booths that have cushions with a red snakeskin look.Amanda Hancock, The Courier-Journal, 2 Nov. 2024
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Conservancy of Southwest Florida With the snakeskin sneakers, the eco-minded brand also saw an opportunity to cast an educational spotlight on the Everglades’ vulnerable ecosystem.Victoria Malloy, TIME, 15 Oct. 2024
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The air-tight seal helps save energy and money, but also creates a sound barrier and keeps out bugs, water and dust.Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 21 Nov. 2024
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The researchers looked for — and found — correlations between many seals and proto cuneiform signs.Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 6 Nov. 2024
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Your kids are going through school and the pressure’s already going to be immense with kids saying things because your dad’s an actor.Leigh Nordstrom, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
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Hudson's gallery also included Ryan Gosling, who first met Eva Mendes on a movie set in 2011 before welcoming two children together, and then a very-married Chris Hemsworth, who shares three kids with wife Elsa Pataky.Angel Saunders, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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Her footwear choice was pink Christian Louboutin Emilie sandals, featuring strappy suede calfskin uppers with crystal embellishments.Maggie Clancy, WWD, 3 Nov. 2024
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To top it off, the calfskin straps are finished in an array of contrasting hues.Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 7 Oct. 2024
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With a dead-gorgeous design built from elements like anodized aluminum, lambskin, and titanium, the MH40 look and feel different than the monolithic plastic shells of most rivals.Ryan Waniata, WIRED, 28 Apr. 2023
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The most expensive suede, usually used for jackets, is made from lambskin; while boots are made from sturdier sheepskin or cowhide.Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 11 Oct. 2024
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It’s lined with a fuzzy wool blend that will keep your feet warm and cozy while commuting to work or window shopping in the cold, and its fluffy sheepskin detailing adds a touch of fashionable flair.Averi Baudler, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
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The collection also includes Miu Miu’s Wander bag done in sheepskin, and a pair of chunky snow boots.Samantha Conti, WWD, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Crocodile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crocodile. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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