matted fur
Frequency: 5.52.8 per million words
describes fur that is tangled and knotted
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- The cat's fur was matted with blood.
- The cat's matted fur made it look neglected.
- After the storm, the stray dog's matted fur reeked of wet leaves and mud.
- After the rain, the dog's matted fur clung to its body.
- The groomer carefully detangled the rabbit’s matted fur with a slicker brush.
- She carefully combed through the rabbit's matted fur.
- If left unbrushed, long-haired breeds can develop matted fur around the ears and tail.
- Wild animals often have matted fur from their environment.
- Seawater left the seal pup’s fur matted and salty by dusk.
- The groomer worked patiently to untangle the puppy's matted fur.
- Her winter coat shed onto the sofa, but the cat still had patches of matted fur on its back.
- His old jacket had patches of matted fur lining the collar.
- The rescue team shaved the dog's matted fur to treat the skin infection beneath.
- Neglecting to brush can lead to severely matted fur.
- Under the burrs, we found matted fur hiding tiny thorns.
- The veterinarian examined the stray's matted fur for parasites.
- Even in the show ring, a single spot of matted fur can cost crucial points.
- Despite its matted fur, the rescued animal was surprisingly gentle.
- With patience and conditioner, you can loosen matted fur without cutting it.
- The thick, matted fur provided little insulation against the cold.