noun
Etymology
Origin of greenery
Example Sentences
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From the village of Malham we hiked to Malham Cove, which rose in near miraculous silver splendor among the sylvan greenery, and then ascended the nearly 500 steps to its top.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
The home is being sold unfurnished and boasts a stunning backyard that is fit for entertaining, thanks to its lush greenery and resort-style pool, waterfall, slide, and hot tub.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 20, 2026
Already, the club’s lush greenery looks like it could use a lick of paint.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026
The situation is even worse to the west in Pai, a backpacker destination known for its greenery and mountains.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
The village square was decorated with a hodgepodge of greenery, flowers, and leafy garlands, plus a small birch tree the villagers had moved from the forest to the square.
From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack
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