wildling
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of wildling
Example Sentences
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Alcock’s wildling Supergirl is the one reason to see the film.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 24, 2026
The wildling mice are genetically identical to clean laboratory mice but are housed under seminatural conditions and have rich microbial exposures from birth.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 29, 2023
Today’s blowsy sweet peas descend from a wildling discovered by a Sicilian monk in the late 17th century.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 12, 2022
Also, Kristoffer Hivju, aka "Game of Thrones" wildling Tormund Giantsbane, and Dame Helen Mirren join in on the fun.
From Salon ● Jun. 27, 2021
The wildling heard one word, the crow another.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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