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describing an animal that its body temperature changes depending on the temperature of its surroundings
- Snakes are cold-blooded animals that bask in the sun to raise their body temperature for optimal activity.
- Turtles, as cold-blooded creatures, rely on warm environments to regulate their body temperature.
- Motionless on riverbanks, crocodiles, cold-blooded reptiles, absorb heat from the sun.
- Hibernate during colder months, frogs, cold-blooded amphibians, conserve energy.
- Relying on moist environments, salamanders, cold-blooded creatures, maintain their body temperature.
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showing no emotion or sympathy
- The detective described the crime as a cold-blooded act of violence.
- The villain's cold-blooded demeanor made him a feared character in the story.
- She was shocked by his cold-blooded response to the tragic news.
- He carried out the plan with a cold-blooded precision that left no room for error.
- Her cold-blooded attitude during the negotiation was both intimidating and effective.