How to use Mice in a sentence? Understand with Examples
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By Muazma Batool & Muneeza Rehman — Published on November 15, 2023
Mice are small rodents, often found in homes and fields. e.g., She heard the scurrying of mice in the attic.
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Mice Example Sentences
The children were excited to see the mice in the pet store.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
Mice are known for their ability to squeeze through tiny openings.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
The cat watched the mice run across the floor.
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Muneeza Rehman
Nov 15, 2023
Farmers sometimes struggle with mice in their grain stores.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
Mice have whiskers that help them navigate in the dark.
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Joshua
Nov 15, 2023
She set up traps to catch the mice in her kitchen.
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Joshua
Nov 15, 2023
The cheese was left out and attracted several mice.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
Mice are nocturnal creatures, most active during the night.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
Some people keep mice as pets because they are easy to care for.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
Mice can cause damage by chewing through wires and materials.
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Aurora
Nov 15, 2023
The laboratory uses mice for various experiments.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
In winter, mice often seek shelter inside homes.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
Mice have a keen sense of smell and hearing.
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Delilah
Nov 15, 2023
The children read a story about the adventures of three mice.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
Mice are often used as subjects in scientific research.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
The mice made a nest out of shredded paper.
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Delilah
Nov 15, 2023
Mice can climb walls and jump from great heights.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
The family cat is excellent at catching mice.
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Jaxson
Nov 15, 2023
The mice hid from the flashlight's beam.
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Adrian
Nov 15, 2023
People often get startled by the sudden appearance of mice.
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Jaxson
Nov 15, 2023
Mice are known to spread certain diseases.
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Delilah
Nov 15, 2023
The bakery had a problem with mice nibbling on their goods.
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Jaxson
Nov 15, 2023
Mice communicate with each other using high-pitched sounds.
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Adrian
Nov 15, 2023
Owls and snakes are natural predators of mice.
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Emery
Nov 15, 2023
Children often learn about mice in their biology classes.
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Joshua
Nov 15, 2023
The old tales often portrayed mice as clever creatures.
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Aurora
Nov 15, 2023
The forest floor was teeming with tiny mice.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
Some people are scared of mice, while others find them cute.
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Aaliyah
Nov 15, 2023
Mice love to eat grains, fruits, and seeds.
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Delilah
Nov 15, 2023
The mice left tiny footprints in the flour.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
Mice can reproduce rapidly if not controlled.
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Joshua
Nov 15, 2023
The mice scattered as the light was turned on.
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Adrian
Nov 15, 2023
The children made a maze to test the intelligence of mice.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
Mice are known to live in various habitats around the world.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
The mice seemed to enjoy running on the wheel.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
Some people use humane traps to catch and release mice.
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Cameron
Nov 15, 2023
Mice have been domesticated for thousands of years.
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Aaliyah
Nov 15, 2023
Mice are curious creatures and will explore new areas.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
The mice danced across the kitchen floor at night.
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Zoe
Nov 15, 2023
Mice have a strong sense of community and live in groups.
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Joshua
Nov 15, 2023
The mice darted under the furniture when they heard footsteps.
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Aurora
Nov 15, 2023
The barn was infested with mice after the harvest.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
Mice are quick and can easily evade larger animals.
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Muneeza Rehman
Nov 15, 2023
The old house was a perfect hiding place for mice.
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Aaliyah
Nov 15, 2023
The garage was a haven for mice seeking food.
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Delilah
Nov 15, 2023
Some species of mice have longer tails than others.
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Adrian
Nov 15, 2023
The cartoon depicted talking mice living in a big city.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
The garden shed became a refuge for the hungry mice.
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Delilah
Nov 15, 2023
Many classic children's books feature mice as the main characters.
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Delilah
Nov 15, 2023
The attic was silent except for the sounds of mice.
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Aurora
Nov 15, 2023
Mice Definitions
Hand-held devices used to control a computer cursor.
We need new mice for the office computers.
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Muazma Batool
Sep 27, 2023
Timid or fearful persons.
He described them as mice because they lacked courage.
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Muazma Batool
Sep 27, 2023
Subjects or entities used in experimental testing.
The lab uses mice for their genetic research.
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Muazma Batool
Sep 27, 2023
Idioms & Phrases with Mice
Play cat and mice
To toy or play with someone before taking action.
The detective played cat and mice with the suspect during the interrogation.
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Muneeza Rehman
Nov 15, 2023
As quiet as mice
Extremely silent or quiet.
The children were as quiet as mice while hiding during the game.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
When the cat's away, the mice will play
People will take advantage of a situation when authority is absent.
The students goofed off in class when the teacher stepped out, proving that when the cat's away, the mice will play.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
Turn mice into monsters
Making a small problem seem much larger than it is.
By gossiping about the disagreement, they turned mice into monsters.
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Joshua
Nov 15, 2023
Mice and men
Referring to humans and their plans, often in the sense of unpredictability.
Just like with mice and men, not everything always goes according to plan.
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Cameron
Nov 15, 2023
Mice in the machinery
Small issues causing disruptions in a system or process.
The new software has a few mice in the machinery, but they're working on fixes.
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Cameron
Nov 15, 2023
Squeak like a mouse
To speak in a very quiet or timid voice.
Even though she was nervous, she was encouraged not to squeak like a mouse during her presentation.
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Delilah
Nov 15, 2023
To feel like a mouse in a maze
To feel lost or confused about a situation.
With all the new regulations, many felt like a mouse in a maze.
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Emery
Nov 15, 2023
Mice in one's pantry
Having a hidden problem or issue.
He thought his house was in perfect condition, but he had mice in his pantry.
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Zoe
Nov 15, 2023
Mice on one's mind
To be constantly worried or anxious about small things.
With the upcoming move, she had mice on her mind all the time.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
Mice Frequently Asked Questions
Is "mice" singular or plural?
"Mice" is the plural form of the word "mouse".
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Muneeza Rehman
Nov 15, 2023
Does the word "mice" have different meanings in other cultures?
In English, "mice" predominantly refers to the small rodents or the plural of a computer mouse. However, cultural interpretations of mice, their symbolism, and significance can vary across different societies.
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Emery
Nov 15, 2023
How has the use of the word "mice" evolved over time?
Originally used to refer to the small rodents, the term "mice" has evolved, especially with technological advancements. Now, it also refers to multiple computer input devices.
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Aaliyah
Nov 15, 2023
What is the origin of the word "mice"?
The word "mice" comes from the Old English word "mȳs", which is the plural form of "mūs", meaning "mouse". Over time, the word evolved to its current form.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
Are there other words related to "mice" in English?
Yes, words like "mousy" (resembling or characteristic of a mouse) derive from "mouse".
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Aurora
Nov 15, 2023
Can "mice" be used to refer to computer equipment?
Yes, "mouse" can refer to a computer input device, and "mice" is its plural. For example, many people use mice to navigate on their computers.
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Muazma Batool
Nov 15, 2023
Is "mice" used in idiomatic expressions?
Yes, there are idioms that use the term "mice", such as "when the cat's away, the mice will play".
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Aaliyah
Nov 15, 2023
How do I use "mice" in a sentence?
"Mice" is used as a noun, often to refer to more than one mouse. For example: "I saw three mice in the barn."
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Jaxson
Nov 15, 2023
Why are small rodents called "mice"?
The term "mouse" and its plural "mice" have been used for these small rodents for centuries, originating from ancient Germanic languages.
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Adrian
Nov 15, 2023
What part of speech is "mice"?
"Mice" is a noun, specifically the plural form of "mouse".
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Cameron
Nov 15, 2023
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