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moutons

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plural of mouton

as in sheep

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The shepherd’s rod and staff, tools used in tending and protecting sheep, reinforce the sense of security.

— Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 Aug. 2026
Some herders moved 100 miles (about 160 kilometers) with their cattle in search of water and grazing land; others stayed closer to home with sheep and goats.

— Anne Pisor, The Conversation, 25 Aug. 2026

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One of his favorite experiences was at Melote House in South Africa, where his children received hats, gloves, fleeces, slippers, and water bottles, all branded with the property’s logo and personalized with their names.

— Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Why the Nike Tech trend blew up Earlier this year, Nike Tech fleeces, jackets, pants and sweatsuits sparked cultural commentary with a viral social media trend that inspired young men to trade the casual style for preppy quarter-zip sweaters.

— Jay Stahl, USA Today, 15 May 2026

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