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as in lush
covered with a thick, healthy natural growth
fields green with meadow grass
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as in inexperienced
lacking in adult experience or maturity
a new pitcher who's pretty green, even by rookie standards
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as in naive
lacking in worldly wisdom or informed judgment
in spite of her age, she's still green enough to be hoodwinked by fast-talking scammers
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as in vegetation
green leaves or plants
the lonely soldier dreamt of the fields of green that he had wandered in as a youth
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as in money
something (as pieces of stamped metal or printed paper) customarily and legally used as a medium of exchange, a measure of value, or a means of payment
I need to save up some green before I can afford that cruise
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Recent Examples of green
Sheela Prakash, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026
Fall is cooler and quieter, and while the sequoias stay green year-round, other trees—like maples, dogwoods, and black oaks—start to transition into beautiful autumnal colors, especially in October.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2026
Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 19 Apr. 2026
One of our favorite ways to celebrate the season, especially on warm, sunny days, is to throw them together into one big, refreshing bowl of greens.
—Victoria Caruso, Washington Post, 19 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
If there’s still a green cast, the melon isn’t ripe yet.
—Sheela Prakash, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Apr. 2026
Fall is cooler and quieter, and while the sequoias stay green year-round, other trees—like maples, dogwoods, and black oaks—start to transition into beautiful autumnal colors, especially in October.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2026
Noun
Both races finish at the Newport Green area, but runners in the full marathon complete a second loop before ending at the green.
—Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 19 Apr. 2026
One of our favorite ways to celebrate the season, especially on warm, sunny days, is to throw them together into one big, refreshing bowl of greens.
—Victoria Caruso, Washington Post, 19 Apr. 2026
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The two-panel composition, installed in 1899 at the Second Congregational Church in Winsted, shows a lush landscape at sunset, with a cascading waterfall in the foreground, and flowering lilies and irises set against distant mountains.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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Amenities and experiences Ladera’s lush surroundings are integral to the resort experience.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Apr. 2026
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Rolder, an inexperienced but effective linebacker, could be an immediate impact player on special teams.—
Mike Kaye
April 22,
Charlotte Observer,
22 Apr. 2026
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Regulation remains uneven, education is inconsistent, and the line between a manageable high and a harmful one isn’t always clear, especially for younger or inexperienced users.—
Alison Foreman,
IndieWire,
20 Apr. 2026
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The series’ earnestly naïve sound design (horses neighing, cars revving) only enhanced my appreciation of Joudrey’s sophisticated storytelling.—
Sheldon Pearce,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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But anyone who thinks that’s what CTU’s deal is about is hopelessly naive.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Apr. 2026
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Zoning commissioners added a requirement to add vegetation as an additional buffer.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Apr. 2026
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Fire officials said significant vegetation growth across the region, rising temperatures, low humidity and seasonal winds prompted the suspension.—
City News Service,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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Packing this $12 gadget could also save you money on budget airlines that charge an arm and a leg for access to in-flight entertainment.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Apr. 2026
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Evans wound up taking less money to leave Tampa Bay and sign with the 49ers.—
Vic Tafur,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Polo Grill does steaks and more in a grown up setting.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Mendoza wins with command, accuracy, red-zone efficiency and grown-man composure.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2026
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Too naive, too immature to understand.—
Hua Hsu,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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The landscaping was sparse and immature.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
14 Apr. 2026
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The overall aesthetic was slightly ascetic without being spartan—a pale, neutral color palette; simple, modern furniture; a few pieces of abstract art.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Apr. 2026
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This translates to the Gap cardigan sweater and the Levi’s shorts paired with the flats for a simple, slightly elevated look that feels comfortable.—
Isis Briones,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2026
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“Green.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/green. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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