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n. - The stealing of cattle; The light noise like the noise of silk clothing or leaves blowing in the wind adj. - Characterized by soft sounds.

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  • Lapland snow-birds, in rustling bunches, rose up from almost under our horses 'hoofs.
  • The "rustling" of cattle was very common in Arizona in these days.
  • They get few calves, are lazy, and have not the "rustling" spirit.
  • Every member of the outfit assisted in "rustling" the camp and the food.
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