purple

Example Sentences

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Then she climbs the bank, through wild grass and past purple flowers, toward the friendly human who called her.

From Slate • May 27, 2026

At IHOP, he has eaten purple goo-coated pancakes, a promotion for “Wonka,” and sugary highlighter-green pancakes for “The Grinch.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026

He netted six goals in five games during a purple patch just before Christmas.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

Ptilotus senarius is a delicate shrub with purple pink flowers that resemble small feathered fireworks.

From Science Daily • May 18, 2026

They were purple and sweet with seeds that got stuck in my teeth.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo