butterflies
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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She also wrote about people saving native flora and fauna, from mountain lions in need of a freeway crossing to endangered butterflies and tiny native bees.
From Los Angeles Times
"Standing up there, you realise that this is one of the biggest events in the world. I'm proud, for sure. You get a little tingling, some butterflies, but that's a good thing - it's really special."
From BBC
This close-knit, historic market town struggled to comprehend events, and many of its residents will remember the sight of Lilia's tiny white coffin, adorned with butterflies, passing through its streets.
From BBC
He decided he would talk about monarch butterflies with Mr. Grayson later.
From Literature
Protecting bees and butterflies is also on the mind of some lawmakers.
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