as in vegetation
green leaves or plants
a fascination with the lush flora of the South
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Recent Examples of flora
Environmental principles as a foundation Before construction, Boiko conducted a thorough site study of the pine forest—its flora, fauna, and sensitive species.
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Maria Williams, USA Today, 27 Oct. 2025
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore on the shores of Lake Michigan features miles of sand beach, lush forests, clear inland lakes, unique flora and fauna, towering bluffs, an island lighthouse, coastal villages, picturesque farmsteads and more.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 24 Oct. 2025
As for accessories, Stone embraced minimalism, wearing the small flora drop earrings and the nebula ring by jewelry designer Arielle Ratner.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2025
Over and over, Art gifted me with his deep knowledge of Pacific flora and volunteered anecdotes of his extensive sociological fieldwork.
—Literary Hub, 21 Oct. 2025
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Maria Williams, USA Today, 27 Oct. 2025
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore on the shores of Lake Michigan features miles of sand beach, lush forests, clear inland lakes, unique flora and fauna, towering bluffs, an island lighthouse, coastal villages, picturesque farmsteads and more.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 24 Oct. 2025
As for accessories, Stone embraced minimalism, wearing the small flora drop earrings and the nebula ring by jewelry designer Arielle Ratner.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2025
Over and over, Art gifted me with his deep knowledge of Pacific flora and volunteered anecdotes of his extensive sociological fieldwork.
—Literary Hub, 21 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flora
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Native vegetation, not brick-and-mortar structures, could have anchored the park, serving as an education site for visitors to engage with native plants and animals, O’Keefe said.—
Hannah Elsmore,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 Nov. 2025
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Timber, litter and understory vegetation are the main fuels driving this fire.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
31 Oct. 2025
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Dry conditions and crisp temperatures are expected this weekend throughout the state, ushering in ideal conditions for fall foliage.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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The faux foliage is extra sturdy, with an IP65 waterproof rating that stands up to rain, wind, and even snow.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Flora.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flora. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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