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Examples of reindeer in a Sentence
a large herd of reindeer
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The Past
How Christmas became an American holiday tradition, with a Santa Claus, gifts and a tree
The German-American cartoonist introduced the idea that Santa Claus traveled with a sleigh and reindeer.—Big Think, 24 June 2024 The reindeer is realized on stage by a dancer inside a costume on stilts — an illusion that works surprisingly well, just like the puppeteer who controls and sings for the magical snowman Olaf.—John Wenzel, The Denver Post, 20 June 2024 While the menu consisted of reindeer in every imaginable preparation from sausage to roast, pork spareribs, salmon, and ample sides were also offered.—David Morris, Travel + Leisure, 15 June 2024 After being rejected by the other reindeer for his glowing nose, Rudolph saves Christmas by allowing Santa to deliver presents during a blizzard.—Suelain Moy, Parents, 14 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for reindeer
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Word History
Etymology
Middle English reindere, from Old Norse hreinn reindeer + Middle English deer animal, deer
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