Example Sentences

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Blackberries were seen in London on 22 June, according to the Woodland Trust.

From BBC • Aug. 16, 2025

The unexpected intimacies we forge with consumer products are the subtext of a recent spate of corporate origin stories, embracing Tetris, Air Jordans, Blackberries and Flamin’ Hot Cheetos.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2023

Blackberries and salmonberry shrubs do not interfere with each other’s growth.

From Textbooks • Jun. 9, 2022

Blackberries or blueberries parallel a brew's sweetness, while more tropical fruits like mango and pineapple highlight its acidity without being overpowering.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2020

Blackberries and black currants reminded me of Father.

From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys