leaves
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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Osteoarthritis is often called a condition caused by wear and tear, but that description leaves out much of the biology involved.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 8, 2026
Tesla’s second-quarter results show how much a delivery count leaves out.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 8, 2026
There are worries from fans that revisiting existing works leaves less space for original stories.
From BBC ● Oct. 7, 2026
In his op-ed, Mr. Klein leaves out the important role of administrators.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 7, 2026
She wiped my face with the corner of her apron and pressed a bag of dried leaves into my hands.
From "Nory Ryan’s Song" by Patricia Reilly Giff
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