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as in forest
a dense growth of trees and shrubs covering a large area
upon our approach the deer disappeared back into the timber from whence it had come
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as in potential
the basic elements from which something can be developed
a novel with the timber to become a best seller, if marketed correctly
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Recent Examples of timber
With the area's timber having been mostly cut, the lumber mills moved elsewhere.
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Jack Schnedler, Arkansas Online, 16 June 2025
Public lands with grazing, mining, drilling or timber leases also would not be sold.
—Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 12 June 2025
Designed as a family vacation home, the timber tiny house features a compact but practical interior and runs off-the-grid with solar panels.
—Adam Williams
june 10, New Atlas, 10 June 2025
After a tense wait the guide appeared from the timber.
—Jim Carmichel, Outdoor Life, 5 June 2025
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Jack Schnedler, Arkansas Online, 16 June 2025
Public lands with grazing, mining, drilling or timber leases also would not be sold.
—Elise Schmelzer, Denver Post, 12 June 2025
Designed as a family vacation home, the timber tiny house features a compact but practical interior and runs off-the-grid with solar panels.
—Adam Williams
june 10, New Atlas, 10 June 2025
After a tense wait the guide appeared from the timber.
—Jim Carmichel, Outdoor Life, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for timber
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As part of that effort, at group of women called the Green Brigade has successfully restored more than 1,000 hectares of mangrove forests in the Sundarbans, in eastern India.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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Roley's grandfather, Dale Roley, told the New York Times on Monday that the suspect was working for a tree company and had expressed interest in becoming a forest firefighter.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
1 July 2025
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Never a lunch for me, this summertime snack was easy to make and kept me fueled up for a long day of running through the woods.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
27 June 2025
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This marble top table from Laurel Foundry Modern Farmhouse has the same rustic, yet modern design with its sleek top and wood base with an antique finish.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
People.com,
26 June 2025
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When heavy rain occurs, there is a potential for flooding, particularly in areas that are low-lying or prone to floods.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 July 2025
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Debt holders will also exchange at least $145 million of their holdings into equity, with the potential to equitize up to a total of $337 million of existing debt.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
1 July 2025
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The cost of building materials, lumber, concrete, and steel have spiked in recent years.—
Nick Langworthy,
New York Daily News,
3 July 2025
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Participants lift lumber at Trinity Teen Solutions in 2011.Courtesy Kelsie VanMeveren Trinity Teen Solutions also sued three women who’d criticized the ranch online in 2016 for defamation, in a case that settled without details being made public.—
Tyler Kingkade,
NBC news,
12 June 2025
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The main box was filled with brown bags that contained the materials needed for each individual meal.—
Brittany Loggins,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 July 2025
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The cover is also made from recycled materials that can withstand years of consistent use.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
1 July 2025
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Before making the life-changing leap, Hannigan took time to discuss her big move, love of the oboe, reed-making, support of rescue animals and her longtime affiliation with San Diego’s Mainly Mozart.—
Beth Wood,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 June 2025
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Even in an age of CGI, the special effects remain unnerving, thanks to Hitchcock’s profound understanding of how to exploit every aspect of film making.—
Tom Gliatto,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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The industry, which also helped Thailand become a tourist haunt for those looking to access the substance, was estimated in 2022 to hit $1.2 billion by 2025.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
27 June 2025
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The report says that running away can expose children to other adverse consequences like human trafficking, involvement with the criminal justice system, substance use and falling behind in school.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
27 June 2025
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“Timber.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/timber. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.
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