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a usually flat area of land that is covered with tall grass
The sanctuary contains several large meadows that are home to a variety of wildlife.
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Recent Examples of meadow
One cabin, known as Emma’s Cabin, overlooks a wildflower meadow and the river.
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David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
23 June 2026
In the summer, Lake Louise Gondola soars over lush alpine meadows and blooming fields of wildflowers.
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Kristin Braswell,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
Try your hand at landing a catch in the private waters, or take a picnic brunch in a secluded meadow after an easy canter.
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Todd Plummer,
Robb Report,
19 June 2026
From the beginning, the park has been known for its Open Green, or sheep meadow, where at one time, sheep could actually be found.
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Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for meadow
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
23 June 2026
In the summer, Lake Louise Gondola soars over lush alpine meadows and blooming fields of wildflowers.
—
Kristin Braswell,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
Try your hand at landing a catch in the private waters, or take a picnic brunch in a secluded meadow after an easy canter.
—
Todd Plummer,
Robb Report,
19 June 2026
From the beginning, the park has been known for its Open Green, or sheep meadow, where at one time, sheep could actually be found.
—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for meadow
Recent Examples of Synonyms for meadow
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In 2024, a Boise legislator brought a bill to stop homeowners associations from requiring grass lawns, but the attempt didn’t move forward.
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On one side are the demonstrably sauvignon blanc-y sauvignon blancs, practically slapping you in the face with grapefruit, guava, and grass.
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Unlike traditional sports chants, Jama blends music, rhythm and movement into an expression of community that exists well beyond the soccer field.
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The referee on the field, Raphael Claus, has previously been investigated for match fixing in Brazil, though of course, there's no indication that this was a motivating factor in this case.
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An unusually dry and hot winter has created dangerously flammable conditions in forests and grasslands across the West.
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The association says the conservation effort will also offer residents and visitors the chance to learn about the historic relationship between bison, grasslands and Indigenous cultures.
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In the district, our reporting found, more than 9 out of 10 acres were pasture — grass for grazing or landscaping, or hay for livestock — considered beneficial under the law.
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Measuring 40 feet wide and 13 feet tall, the piece combines the rolling pastures of Cornersville with silhouettes of the Great Smoky Mountains.
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Prosecutors say the aim of the plot was to permanently disrupt gas deliveries via the pipelines and prevent Russia from using the revenues from natural gas trading to finance its military operations.
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That minimalist approach to plot has allowed the show to find its own lane.
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The winery sits among vines on the ancient plain of Oia, which gives the visit a calmer feel than the crowd above it.
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Since Mary Grace’s death, her parents have poured their energy into persuading lawmakers to make camps safer by banning cabins in active flood plains, mandating 24-7 weather monitoring and requiring rigorous annual evacuation training.
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There are flag sweaters and skate sneakers and prairie skirts; there are Cheyanne moccasins and Mennonite bonnets and the not-quite-holy Yankees baseball cap.
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Royce Ben Jameson was arrested on suspicion of the offense of firing woods or prairie and third-degree criminal trespass.
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Since its inception, social media has been a proving ground for tween fashion and identity, offering under-16s a digital canvas to experiment with their style and form online cliques around niche interests.
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During the huge Round of 32 knockout showdown, packed crowds inside the legendary Estadio Azteca generated enough ground movement to trigger local seismic monitoring equipment.
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“Meadow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meadow. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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