tranquilize
Americanverb (used with or without object)
Other Word Forms
- tranquilization noun
- untranquilize verb (used with object)
Etymology
Origin of tranquilize
Example Sentences
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They were joined by San Francisco police and staff from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the San Francisco Zoo, who helped to tranquilize the animal, officials said.
From Los Angeles Times
“Nanuq here was tranquilized and spent a month in Polar Bear Jail before being released back into the wild,” George explained.
From Literature
The bear was tranquilized and later shot and killed last month after wildlife personnel confirmed they had the right bear — a call based on a distinctive patch of fur on her back.
From Los Angeles Times
When a fish and game warden tried to tranquilize the big cat, the officer missed.
From Los Angeles Times
Zadeh said it was shortly before 1 p.m. when deputies were called to assist after a fish and game warden tried to tranquilize the big cat.
From Los Angeles Times
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