as in forest
a dense growth of trees and shrubs covering a large area
deer and mountain lions live in those woods
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Recent Examples of woods
This cozy drinkery melds British Pub and American Southwest design influences, sporting rich woods, handsome tiling, and booths with a little privacy.
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Chris Malloy, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Apr. 2026
The specifics of the machine Tesla makes for him are vague, though the surprise discovery of dozens of Angier's top hats in the Colorado woods quickly connects the dots.
—Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
Fleur Narcotique features notes of bergamot, lychee, peach, orange blossom, woods, and musk.
—Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
Rory McIlroy, who built the biggest 36-hole lead in history, wobbled and wilted — one shot in the water, another in the woods — while others surged and made a run at the reigning champion.
—Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026
This may be an opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors, perhaps a stroll by the seashore or a walk in the woods.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 10 Apr. 2026
Today’s kitchens lean into lighter woods, color bursts, and custom touches for a fresh, cozy feel.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 10 Apr. 2026
Two days later, three workmen discovered her body in the woods.
—Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2026
The new subdivision would be on the east side of Jefferson Lane on part of a 13-acre tract that’s a mix of open fields and woods.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
Chris Malloy, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Apr. 2026
The specifics of the machine Tesla makes for him are vague, though the surprise discovery of dozens of Angier's top hats in the Colorado woods quickly connects the dots.
—Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 13 Apr. 2026
Fleur Narcotique features notes of bergamot, lychee, peach, orange blossom, woods, and musk.
—Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026
Rory McIlroy, who built the biggest 36-hole lead in history, wobbled and wilted — one shot in the water, another in the woods — while others surged and made a run at the reigning champion.
—Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026
This may be an opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors, perhaps a stroll by the seashore or a walk in the woods.
—Ed Silverman, STAT, 10 Apr. 2026
Today’s kitchens lean into lighter woods, color bursts, and custom touches for a fresh, cozy feel.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 10 Apr. 2026
Two days later, three workmen discovered her body in the woods.
—Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 9 Apr. 2026
The new subdivision would be on the east side of Jefferson Lane on part of a 13-acre tract that’s a mix of open fields and woods.
—Don Stacom, Hartford Courant, 5 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for woods
Noun
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However, the best mode of transportation to truly witness the forest’s treasures and explore is on foot.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 Apr. 2026
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Trails lead through the forest to caves, scenic overlooks, and other rock formations, like a 50-foot-high natural bridge.—
Julia Sayers Gokhale,
Midwest Living,
17 Apr. 2026
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Guests can join in daily complimentary activities like collecting eggs and feeding the goats, or simply wander the meadows and woodlands.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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Decades ago, populations of the white trillium were drastically declining in local woodlands, including at Ryerson Woods near Deerfield.—
Sheryl De Vore,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Woods.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/woods. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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