forest green

noun

: a dark yellowish or moderate olive green

Examples of forest green in a Sentence

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Wow This verdant window box gets its calling card from the spectrum of green on these lovely leaves—from pale white to chartreuse to forest greens. Steve Bender, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2026 The simple, rounded edges and flat handles provide a sleek look that complements the detailed olive dishware and pops against the forest green napkins. Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Apr. 2026 Light shades such as pastel or lime green add lightness, while deeper colors like bottle green or forest green give the outfit structure. Jana Ackermann, Glamour, 28 Mar. 2026 Inside, the forest green walls, soft, cozy lighting and vintage decor only add to the element of whimsy. Samantha Husted, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for forest green

Word History

First Known Use

1810, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of forest green was in 1810

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“Forest green.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/forest%20green. Accessed 1 May. 2026.

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