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Recent Examples of lap dog
Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
There are plenty of Scots and Irish in Toronto, but the proceedings are somewhat more civilized, if not a bit Hollywood-twee, what with lapdogs decked out as Michael Keaton’s famous character.
—Guy Martin, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
On the other hand, toy breeds, like Pomeranians, prefer to be lapdogs, according to the American Kennel Club.
—Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 11 July 2024
The Blenheim Cavalier is a true lapdog: easygoing, obedient, insinuating.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 21 Mar. 2024
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As a result, Jolie spent ample time behind the scenes learning commands and giving treats to the movie’s loyal lapdogs.
—Patrick Ryan, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
There are plenty of Scots and Irish in Toronto, but the proceedings are somewhat more civilized, if not a bit Hollywood-twee, what with lapdogs decked out as Michael Keaton’s famous character.
—Guy Martin, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
On the other hand, toy breeds, like Pomeranians, prefer to be lapdogs, according to the American Kennel Club.
—Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 11 July 2024
The Blenheim Cavalier is a true lapdog: easygoing, obedient, insinuating.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 21 Mar. 2024
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“Lap dog.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lap%20dog. Accessed 15 May. 2025.
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