Used to describe small groups of certain wild birds, not domestic birds like chickens. During the walk, we spotted a covey of partridges near the hedgerow.
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Natural Habitat
Implies birds living in their natural surroundings, often used by hunters or in wildlife context. Hunters often look for a covey in open fields at dawn or dusk.
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Unexpected Sight
Suggests a sudden appearance or discovery, much like a surprise, often causing excitement. A covey scattered noisily when we disturbed the underbrush.