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underbrush

noun

Definition of underbrush

as in undergrowth

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Recent Examples of underbrush Around a bend, yellow wildflowers pop out of the underbrush, where curious deer and rustling ground squirrels (squinnies to this Iowan) startle. — Diane Penningroth, Midwest Living, 12 June 2026 The brilliant reds and gold of the willows and poplars and the bright yellows and pale greens of frostbitten underbrush stood out against the backdrop of the mountain slopes, which were clad in the darker green of spruce and pine and topped with a fall of snow from the last few nights. — Anton Money, Outdoor Life, 4 June 2026 The biggest decline was in prescribed burns, the low-grade fires intentionally set to clear dense underbrush, helping reduce the intensity of future wildfires. — Lauren Sommer, NPR, 4 May 2026 The prescribed burn will clear out underbrush to allow native plants to thrive, Martin said, adding that wildlife depends on those plants for food and shelter. — Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for underbrush

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Because the sites are generally located at least 100 feet away from any trails, visiting them can require bushwhacking through swampy terrain or dense undergrowth, dodging branches and the occasional cobweb.

— John Moritz, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026
Clearing out the heavy undergrowth has to be done with care because the headstones’ locations aren’t known.

— Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of undergrowth

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The regulations seek to reduce the risk of fire following paths of vegetation and flammable materials to homes, and also to help keep homes from catching fire because embers ignited materials beside them.

— Ethan Baron, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2026
On the ground, however, vegetation diversity plummeted, turning vibrant ecosystems into simplified, degraded habitats.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of vegetation

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Cold nights can stress roots and foliage, even when daytime temperatures remain pleasant.

— Rachel Gillett, Martha Stewart, 25 Aug. 2026
Set the scene Cloaked in dense foliage at the edge of Old Town Key West, the Island House is a haven for gay men looking for comraderie (and more) as part of a tropical vacation.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Aug. 2026

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