A striped racer, also known as the California whipsnake, is a species of non-venomous snake native to the coast and foothills of California. It is a long, slender, and fast-moving snake, identified by its distinctive stripes running down the length of its body. They primarily feed on lizards and small rodents. The scientific name for this species is Masticophis lateralis.
Hectoring
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talking and behaving in a loud and unpleasantly forceful way, especially in order to get someone to act or think as you want:
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loud and upleasantly forceful talk or behaviour, especially intended to get someone to act or think as you want:
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