Definition of greenerynext
as in vegetation
green leaves or plants Scottish highlands covered with lush greenery

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Recent Examples of greenery In spring, expect lush greenery, blooming wildflowers, and a good flow at Fife Creek. Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2026 Reached via Torremuelle station and a short walk to the coastline, the small cove is framed by rocky cliffs and greenery rather than rows of restaurants and sun loungers. Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026 These pests can wreak havoc on lawns and greenery, from ornamental trees like birch and oak to essential garden crops, including tomatoes, beans, and onions. Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 11 July 2026 And so is the explosion of island greenery at the end, courtesy of Te Fiti, who is really the earth mother. Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for greenery
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Noun
  • The petition says the property has been in violation of city code for over five years and the owner has received several citations for various issues including roof disrepair, unattended vegetation growth, trash and graffiti.
    Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 23 July 2026
  • Plants and vegetation are under severe water stress, adding to the danger of fires.
    ABC News, ABC News, 23 July 2026
Noun
  • Avoid placing plants directly near heating vents, beside radiators, or against cold window glass, where extreme temperature swings can stress foliage.
    Colleen Sullivan, Martha Stewart, 21 July 2026
  • It’s backed by a mission-style silhouette tiled with an urn overflowing with foliage.
    R. Daniel Foster, Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026
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  • On land, there are a handful of hiking trails and the Forked River Interpretive and Nature Center, which teaches about the area’s native flora and fauna.
    Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2026
  • The mountain’s slopes, which reach practically to the sea, also host a wealth of flora and fauna, including endemic species.
    ABC News, ABC News, 18 July 2026

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“Greenery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/greenery. Accessed 24 Jul. 2026.

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