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greenery

[gree-nuh-ree] / ˈgri nə ri /




NOUN
verdure
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From the village of Malham we hiked to Malham Cove, which rose in near miraculous silver splendor among the sylvan greenery, and then ascended the nearly 500 steps to its top.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

Outside the abode, there is a saltwater infinity pool, which offers breathtaking views from the lounge chairs, and plenty of lush greenery.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

Already, the club’s lush greenery looks like it could use a lick of paint.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

Analysts blame the rising temperatures in Lagos on climate change, its coastal location, dense population, limited greenery and heavy traffic.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

The island was covered with greenery as far as she could see—not with ordinary forest plants, but with tomatoes, mealies, and bananas.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer




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