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as in forest
a dense growth of trees and shrubs covering a large area
upon our approach the deer disappeared back into the timber from whence it had come
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as in potential
the basic elements from which something can be developed
a novel with the timber to become a best seller, if marketed correctly
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Recent Examples of timber
Inside, warm timber finishes nod to the Eameses’ original interiors.
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Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 14 Apr. 2026
Sleepy Bear Farm, a 2004 timber-frame five-bedroom home on more than 90 acres, features two rustic post-and-beam bunk rooms—one with six double beds.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 13 Apr. 2026
Many residents from rural areas have lived on the same land for generations, watching a cycle of outside companies profit from extracting the state's resources — from timber to coal and oil and gas — only to pollute and abandon communities afterward.
—CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
Many residents from rural areas have lived on the same land for generations, watching a cycle of outside companies profit from extracting the state’s resources — from timber to coal and oil and gas — only to pollute and abandon communities afterward.
—Margie Mason, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026
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Kieron Marchese, Architectural Digest, 14 Apr. 2026
Sleepy Bear Farm, a 2004 timber-frame five-bedroom home on more than 90 acres, features two rustic post-and-beam bunk rooms—one with six double beds.
—The Week Us, TheWeek, 13 Apr. 2026
Many residents from rural areas have lived on the same land for generations, watching a cycle of outside companies profit from extracting the state's resources — from timber to coal and oil and gas — only to pollute and abandon communities afterward.
—CBS News, 11 Apr. 2026
Many residents from rural areas have lived on the same land for generations, watching a cycle of outside companies profit from extracting the state’s resources — from timber to coal and oil and gas — only to pollute and abandon communities afterward.
—Margie Mason, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for timber
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La Gomera is among the smallest of the Canary Islands, with steep terrain marked by volcanic mountains, dense forest and cliffside villages.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Head inland to hike or bike the 20-plus miles of quiet trails surrounded by dense coniferous forest.—
Joie Probst,
Midwest Living,
10 Apr. 2026
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Over an acre of woods burned near the 2700 block of Black Rock Road in Reisterstown on Tuesday, according to the Baltimore County Fire Department.—
Bridget Byrne,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Apr. 2026
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This cozy drinkery melds British Pub and American Southwest design influences, sporting rich woods, handsome tiling, and booths with a little privacy.—
Chris Malloy,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Apr. 2026
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What was trashed and trampled had the potential to grow into thousands of pounds of food.—
Juli McDonald,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Pickett pitched Becherer on the potential of GPS technology to change agriculture.—
Tyler Jett,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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Eventually Ursula yawns and lumbers out of the den, with the cubs following.—
Brooke Baitinger,
Sacbee.com,
10 Apr. 2026
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The students have learned how to use power drills, make marshmallow shooters with PVC pipe and build ladders with 2×4 lumber.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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The materials are designed to encourage airflow, according to the brand, to help naturally regulate your body temperature overnight.—
Maggie Horton,
PEOPLE,
17 Apr. 2026
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Funds, which were distributed to teachers at the beginning of the school year, were used to purchase extra learning materials for their classes not covered in their classroom budgets.—
Sharon Hlapcich,
Oc Register,
16 Apr. 2026
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The remaining $2 million would essentially keep open the city’s Cultural Affairs Department, whose staff oversees the public art program and grant-making process.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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Yes, there’s plenty of bubbly to go around, but this venue is much more an ode to the high art of Martini making.—
Connie Ogle
April 16,
Miami Herald,
16 Apr. 2026
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Some officials have taken advantage of this, stepping into their roles with panache, mudslinging among themselves, and rattling off speeches primed for virality rather than for substance.—
Paula Mejía,
New Yorker,
15 Apr. 2026
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Judge highlights substance abuse issues in sentencing Both the prosecution and defense acknowledged Delisle’s longstanding issues with substance abuse and mental illness.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Timber.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/timber. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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