great gray owl
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of great gray owl
An Americanism dating back to 1835–45
Example Sentences
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The great gray owl has long been thought of as a sentinel of the Alaska wilderness, keeping watch over snow-laden forests as far north as the Brooks Range, well away from human populations.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 1, 2024
A similar, earlier study analyzed the distribution of the great gray owl.
From Science Daily ● Jan. 23, 2024
Sixteen of those species are considered species of management concern, such as the great gray owl, wolverine, Pacific marten, and northern rubber boa.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 21, 2023
In his own desolate north the great gray owl knew that no creature on wings could rival him.
From Hoof and Claw by Roberts, Charles George Douglas, Sir
A great gray owl, which had passed the daylight in some obscure corner, launched darkling forth on the air and winged hither and thither,—once or twice fanning the sleeper's face with silent pinions.
From Idolatry A Romance by Hawthorne, Julian
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