calves
1 Americannoun
noun
noun
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Calves also learn the “names” of their mothers, friends, and pod mates and imitate them to get their attention or to call for assistance.
From Science Magazine • Jun. 25, 2023
Calves that aren’t yet strong enough to crack through the ice can suffocate.
From New York Times • Dec. 2, 2021
Calves, bulls and heifers, they come from breeds that naturally developed long ago in Brazil, England and India.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 9, 2021
The Golden Calves have been awarded annually since 1981 for the best Dutch film and the best Dutch director and actors of the past year.
From Reuters • Aug. 19, 2021
Calves need to nap, just like people do.
From "Facing the Lion" by Joseph Lemasolai Lekuton and Herman Viola
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