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an animal that chews cud, such as a cow, sheep, or deer
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The cow is a common example of a ruminant, as it has a four-chambered stomach for digesting its food.
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Did you know that cows are ruminants, meaning they chew cud to help digest their food?
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I heard that ruminants like cows have a special way of digesting their food.
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Being a ruminant in this situation means taking time to carefully consider your thoughts before speaking.