piney
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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But the rolling, piney, misty Pacific Northwest is rendered with crispness by cinematographer Arnaud Poitier.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 4, 2023
Power outages for some customers in the piney woods of Texas could stretch late into this week as crews scrambled to make repairs.
From Seattle Times • Jun. 19, 2023
The flavor is piney, a bit lemony, sharp and quite strong; a little goes a long way.
From Washington Times • Jun. 8, 2023
The way its savory and sweet elements play off of each other, plus the bright, piney essence of fresh sage, makes it compellingly, deeply flavorful.
From Washington Post • Nov. 27, 2022
They found a marshy beach, nestled back against the piney woods.
From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt
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