jennet

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  1. jenny
  2. donkey
  3. burro
  4. ass
Noun
  • Creeping jenny is a mat-forming perennial with round lime-green leaves that works well in tall containers or hanging baskets.
    — Kerry Michaels, The Spruce, 17 Apr. 2026
  • Here are the most common turkey sounds that gobblers, hens, jakes, and jennies make.
    — Josh Honeycutt, Outdoor Life, 2 May 2024
Definition of jenny
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  • And that says nothing of its snort-like laughs, which reminded me too much of the huffs and puffs of the ride’s donkeys.
    — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
  • The movie is an origin stories on how a donkey, became Donkey.
    — Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 25 June 2026
Definition of donkey
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  • Some common options for hanging pots include succulents like burro's tail or string of pearls, trailing lantana, and trailing verbena.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026
  • Drive the 14-mile, impossibly scenic Needles Highway and 18-mile Wildlife Loop through grasslands and forest—but be prepared to brake for bison and burros!
    — Robert Annis, Midwest Living, 14 May 2026
Definition of burro
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  • While the bus is stopped, Daniel takes his silly ass bowling alone, the ultimate loneliness shorthand.
    — Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 29 June 2026
  • Eddie Murphy is ready to show his ass to the world once again.
    — Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 25 June 2026
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