trees

Example Sentences

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The flea-sized psyllid bites the leaves and transmits the disease, which slowly chokes out the tree’s vascular system from the inside, taking years to finally show itself.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

The cost for treating oak wilt, or any tree disease that requires a fungicide injection, depends on the tree’s diameter at breast height, or DBH.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 4, 2026

The scientists asked whether the beetles could reuse the tree's defensive chemicals to protect themselves from fungal infections.

From Science Daily • Jan. 1, 2026

The tree's location near the harbour allows for another neat touch when it comes to officially switching on the lights.

From BBC • Dec. 3, 2025

Frantically, he crawled to his left, rushing to get out of the tree’s path.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret