Pronunciation: /ˈɡrɪzli/
noun a grizzly bear
A1 I saw a grizzly in the zoo.
A2 The grizzly bear was roaming around the forest.
B1 The grizzly's habitat is being threatened by deforestation.
B2 Hikers should be cautious of encountering a grizzly in the wilderness.
C1 The grizzly population has been steadily declining due to human encroachment.
C2 Researchers are studying the behavior of grizzlies in order to better understand their ecological role.
adjective referring to a type of bear with grayish or grizzled fur
A1 The grizzly bear is a large and powerful animal.
A2 We saw a grizzly old man sitting on a bench in the park.
B1 The grizzly weather forced us to cancel our outdoor picnic.
B2 The grizzly details of the crime scene were difficult for the detective to process.
C1 The grizzly truth of the matter was finally revealed during the trial.
C2 The grizzly reality of the situation hit her hard as she realized the extent of the damage.
formal The grizzly bear is a powerful and majestic creature found in North America.
informal I saw a huge grizzly while hiking in the mountains.
slang That grizzly is one big dude!
figurative Dealing with that difficult client is like wrestling a grizzly bear.
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