as in lush
covered with a thick, healthy natural growth
the backyard's leafy bushes look nice, but have a tendency to attract deer
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Recent Examples of leafy
Leafy Green Vegetable Stems True, the stems of sturdy leafy greens including Swiss chard, collard, kale, and mustard greens aren’t always pleasant to eat in salads or sautés.
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2026
Beyond the monumental reception area, the indoor-outdoor resort maintains a serene atmosphere with minimalist decor, shaded corridors flanked by leafy gardens, and plenty of secluded sitting areas.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Use complex carbohydrate sources like whole grains, beans, legumes, and leafy vegetables to provide sustained energy and essential nutrients.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 23 Apr. 2026
As the sun rose, the Albany Police Department blocked off several streets in the leafy neighborhood during an hours-long standoff with the black bear.
—Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2026
Beyond the monumental reception area, the indoor-outdoor resort maintains a serene atmosphere with minimalist decor, shaded corridors flanked by leafy gardens, and plenty of secluded sitting areas.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Use complex carbohydrate sources like whole grains, beans, legumes, and leafy vegetables to provide sustained energy and essential nutrients.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 23 Apr. 2026
As the sun rose, the Albany Police Department blocked off several streets in the leafy neighborhood during an hours-long standoff with the black bear.
—Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for leafy
Adjective
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Water inequality is visible from the air, where lush, green land around settlements often contrasts sharply with arid Palestinian land.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2026
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The island itself incorporates lush gardens, a heated saltwater pool, and a pathway leading to the dock and boathouse.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Fountains and green spaces give kids room to burn off energy, and public art adds interest for all ages.—
Taylor Haught,
Kansas City Star,
29 Apr. 2026
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The country is launching a blue economy blueprint to harmonize policies toward aquaculture, renewable ocean energy, green shipping, and ecotourism.—
Angelica Ang,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Polo Grill does steaks and more in a grown up setting.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Mendoza wins with command, accuracy, red-zone efficiency and grown-man composure.—
Eddie Brown,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Apr. 2026
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Eating avocado or almond butter on toast offers several benefits, as both are nutrient-dense, with almond butter slightly healthier than avocado per serving.—
Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
28 Apr. 2026
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The most lasting albums were built on the tradition of musique concrète, leading to dense, mesmerizing collages.—
Joshua Minsoo Kim,
Pitchfork,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Leafy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/leafy. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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