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: any of a breed of small sturdy compact dogs of Asian origin with a smooth, short coat, tightly curled tail, short muzzle, and broad wrinkled face
pugged; pugging
: to work and mix (a substance, such as clay) when wet especially to make more homogeneous and easier to handle (as in throwing or molding wares)
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Noun (2)
a retired pug with battered ears and swollen knuckles
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Jan. 2025
The company enlisted a group of corgis, pugs and sheep doodles for its dancing dog revue — and a canine celebrity.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 28 Jan. 2025
Whatever the analogy, being at Westminster was a triumph for Guster the rescue pug.
—Jennifer Peltz, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2025
As highlighted by the American Kennel Club (AKC), pugs are affectionate and playful dogs that thrive on companionship.
—Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 28 Jan. 2025
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Noun
According to a Vet Explains Pets article by Dr. Jess Kirk, the breeds that are more suited for living with small animals like rabbits include golden retrievers, cavalier king Charles spaniels, pugs, beagles, and poodles, among others.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Jan. 2025
The company enlisted a group of corgis, pugs and sheep doodles for its dancing dog revue — and a canine celebrity.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 28 Jan. 2025
Whatever the analogy, being at Westminster was a triumph for Guster the rescue pug.
—Jennifer Peltz, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2025
As highlighted by the American Kennel Club (AKC), pugs are affectionate and playful dogs that thrive on companionship.
—Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 28 Jan. 2025
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“Pug.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pug. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.
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