hairy

Example Sentences

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As the Washington Post reported before the hearing, Mullin has never served in the military, but he has often told stories alluding to being in hairy situations “overseas” while on “special assignments.”

From Slate • Mar. 18, 2026

Two 10-year-old girls, enjoying a summer's day, who see a big hairy dog covered in soap.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

The United Strand: One fan’s hairy battle for a ManU win.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 11, 2026

The only sorrow came when it was time to part ways with the hairy creature she had nurtured during the experience.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 14, 2026

“What happened? The last thing I remember is some gigantic animal attacking me! And who’s this?” she asked, nodding at the large, hairy man at her side.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley