puppy dog
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of puppy dog
First recorded in 1585–95
Example Sentences
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“Who doesn’t like a brightly colored kitty cat or puppy dog on their children’s items, particularly in times that are stressful?”
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 21, 2023
And he believes he can construct a championship team here, one that presumably will reside next door to his mansions built on pipe dreams and puppy dog kisses.
From Washington Post • Jul. 1, 2022
She can be vulnerable one minute, flashing puppy dog eyes that beg for compassion, and obdurate the next, asserting her independence with a fierce determination that shows her mettle.
From Salon • Dec. 17, 2021
His shoulders slumped, and he seemed to look at me with puppy dog eyes.
From New York Times • Aug. 19, 2021
Whatever the reason, Mike’s puppy dog behavior and Eric’s apparent rivalry with him were disconcerting.
From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer
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