yellow dog
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of yellow dog
First recorded in 1825–35
Example Sentences
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The former rural affairs minister also said the party - which was granted two junior ministerial posts - were the "green tail wagging the yellow dog".
From BBC • Apr. 3, 2023
Somehow, a big yellow dog was stuck in the water next to a downed tree branch.
From Seattle Times • Jan. 23, 2022
The yellow dog contract became a thing of the past.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 2, 2017
Sweet wife and I in our marital bed, a 90lb yellow dog stretched full length between us while the house vibrated like a cello with some lunatic musician at the bow.
From The Guardian • Oct. 16, 2016
A large yellow dog was curled up next to his legs, and next to it was an open instrument case.
From "Breadcrumbs" by Anne Ursu
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