butterflies
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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Walking through Lee’s garden, as birds, bees and butterflies zoom around the yard’s bright flowers, it’s obvious she loves color.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026
While Nereyda felt the familiar butterflies about what the next day might bring, AB focused on what mattered to her.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026
If people exterminate hives, native pollinators such as monarch butterflies, bumblebees, wasps and more can also be affected by the insecticides used.
From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026
"With Plumpton College, we've created this incredible space where we'll house up to 3,000 butterflies," Matt said.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
In bed, I pull the covers up to my neck and curl into a ball, but those damn butterflies won’t stay still.
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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