chimps
- plural of chimp.
Example Sentences
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Indeed, chimps have been documented killing each other before, but usually one-off in events rather than in conflict between distinct groups that were formerly united.
From Salon ● Apr. 23, 2026
"The emergence of this behaviour in macaques is both a functional and cultural one, like nutcracking in chimps, except it is driven entirely by proximity to humans," said biological anthropologist Dr Sylvain Lemoine.
From BBC ● Apr. 22, 2026
The true death toll is probably higher; given that there are so many chimps in a large area, some deaths go unrecorded, according to the study.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 9, 2026
The group grew large, and even though resources were abundant, the chimps may have perceived increased competition for food and mates.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 9, 2026
Although the chimps who used to live in the forests all along the lake shore have gone, along with the trees that were their home, the chimpanzees of Gombe are safe.
From "My Life with the Chimpanzees" by Jane Goodall
