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Examples of greenery in a Sentence
The restaurant was adorned with greenery.
the lush greenery of the islands
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Plants and pets: Your furry friends and greenery add more life to your spaces.
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Britt Peterson, Washington Post, 6 Sep. 2023
The pops of purple add a nice contrast to the lush greenery.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2023
McCollum points out that the menacing black has a slight green undertone which complements surrounding greenery of the front yard.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Sep. 2023
Opt for hanging plants, florals, and lots of greenery, depending on your aesthetic!
—Taylor Augustin, House Beautiful, 30 Aug. 2023
The Most Unique Airbnb in Every U.S. State The main pool sits just outside the back patio of the home and is surrounded by stunning stonework and lush greenery.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2023
Use garlands as well to mix and match different types of greenery outside.
—Kelsey Mulvey, ELLE Decor, 29 Aug. 2023
For another creative Sukkot table decoration idea, use string lights and greenery to create a unique table runner, then fill vases with faux pomegranates and branches.
—Jamie Kravitz, Woman's Day, 24 Aug. 2023
The lingering French colonial influence was evident in the city’s architectural style, but the buildings and sidewalks covered in vines and lush, tropical greenery felt distinctly Vietnamese.
—Sophie Mendel, Travel + Leisure, 27 Aug. 2023
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Britt Peterson, Washington Post, 6 Sep. 2023
The pops of purple add a nice contrast to the lush greenery.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2023
McCollum points out that the menacing black has a slight green undertone which complements surrounding greenery of the front yard.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Sep. 2023
Opt for hanging plants, florals, and lots of greenery, depending on your aesthetic!
—Taylor Augustin, House Beautiful, 30 Aug. 2023
The Most Unique Airbnb in Every U.S. State The main pool sits just outside the back patio of the home and is surrounded by stunning stonework and lush greenery.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 29 Aug. 2023
Use garlands as well to mix and match different types of greenery outside.
—Kelsey Mulvey, ELLE Decor, 29 Aug. 2023
For another creative Sukkot table decoration idea, use string lights and greenery to create a unique table runner, then fill vases with faux pomegranates and branches.
—Jamie Kravitz, Woman's Day, 24 Aug. 2023
The lingering French colonial influence was evident in the city’s architectural style, but the buildings and sidewalks covered in vines and lush, tropical greenery felt distinctly Vietnamese.
—Sophie Mendel, Travel + Leisure, 27 Aug. 2023
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First Known Use
1797, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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“Greenery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/greenery. Accessed 21 Sep. 2023.
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