green thumb
Example Sentences
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Freddy Escobar stood on the sidewalk outside his former workplace waving a green thumb drive and a stack of papers that he said would clear his name.
From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2025
The pastel blue jacket also showcases noteworthy books she worked on, as well as shrubs and flowers to represent her green thumb.
From Washington Post • Dec. 27, 2022
Planting in containers with a very good potting soil is the way to go with Superbells, though if you can duplicate in your garden bed, you will garner the green thumb there, too.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 14, 2022
With your green thumb, consider selling plants in your community.
From Slate • Oct. 21, 2022
When I was little, Papa used to tell me that instead of a green thumb, Tūtū had a green ear.
From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila
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