Well-fed

Of all the preposterous assumptions of humanity over humanity, nothing exceeds most of the criticisms made on the habits of the poor by the well-housed, well- warmed, and well-fed.

When there was room on the ledge outside of the pots and boxes for a cat, the cat was there — in sunny weather — stretched at full length, asleep and blissful, with her furry belly to the sun and a paw curved over her nose. Then that house was complete, and its contentment and peace were made manifest to the world by this symbol, whose testimony is infallible. A home without a cat—and a well-fed, well-petted, and properly revered cat—may be a perfect home, perhaps, but how can it prove title?

In the wild, a well-fed flamingo is likely to have more vibrantly coloured plumage, which will more readily attract a mate.

When darkness falls and the insects are well-fed and tired, the farmers strike back.

Matthew's sheep were always well-fed and healthy thanks to his careful management.

Benedito takes pride in the fact that his goats are well-fed and well-cared-for.

Benedito made sure the kids were well-fed and healthy before selling them.

Benedito made sure the kids were well-fed.