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Humans, and the animals we have brought under our fold, such as dogs and horses, are still evolving and still being domesticated.

From Salon • Apr. 23, 2026

Instead of positioning the product as a domesticated race car, he realized this was Ferrari’s chance to sell something less tangible but infinitely more valuable: the fulfillment of every fan’s childhood dreams.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Compared to wild wheat, early domesticated varieties were far better at competing for resources in crowded fields.

From Science Daily • Apr. 8, 2026

I can't say that my own stubborn, disobedient terrier provides me with any of the benefits that the first domesticated wolves bestowed on our ancestors.

From BBC • Nov. 13, 2025

The domesticated chicken is the most widespread fowl ever.

From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari