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flower bed

American  
[flau-er bed] / ˈflaʊ ər ˌbɛd /

noun

plural

flower beds

  1. an area of prepared ground in a yard, park, etc., for planting and cultivating flowers.

Example Sentences

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A snug frame of a flower bed in full bloom is interrupted by vomit.

From Salon • Oct. 4, 2024

It stands tall within a round, raised flower bed and is illuminated on four sides.

From New York Times • May 2, 2024

Well, fast forward to the present day and my flower bed has been overrun with mint!

From Seattle Times • Jun. 23, 2023

NBC Sports Philadelphia reported that the spectator fell after trying to retrieve a ball that had been tossed to fans and landed into a flower bed at the base of the railing.

From Washington Times • May 5, 2023

My sneakers are sinking into the soft muck of the flower bed.

From "Blended" by Sharon M. Draper

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