prairie dog
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Puzzle #197 · December 15, 2025
When employees working in cubicles in a large, open office area, all stand up and pop their heads up above the cubicles at the same time, they are acting just like prairie dogs.
This youtube short highlights the similarities.
This youtube short highlights the similarities.
Puzzle Appearances
The expression prairie dog has appeared in 2 puzzles:
- Puzzle #129 on October 8, 2025
- Puzzle #197 on December 15, 2025
Rate of Appearance in English Language Print
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