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Vocabulary Entry
jackal
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noun
A jackal is a small to medium-sized wolf-like member of the dog family found in Africa and parts of Asia.
Example Sentences
"The jackal prowled through the savannah in search of food."
"Jackals are often seen scavenging near larger predators' kills."
"In folklore, the jackal is often depicted as cunning and clever."