as in lush
covered with a thick, healthy natural growth
a beautiful, verdant field
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Recent Examples of verdant
Long renowned for its verdant landscapes and historic temples, the Indonesian island of Bali draws droves of tourists each year to surf and sunbathe along its sandy shores—but in recent years, this influx of international visitors has caused serious strain on its local communities.
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Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Its private park, overlooking a verdant valley, was the work of French landscape artist Edouard André, who also designed the city park across the street.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 28 June 2025
As a bonus, the verdant flavor of the tomatoes mingles well with the botanical notes of the gin.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 22 June 2025
But within just a couple of years, the banks were transformed into verdant corridors of grasses and shrubs.
—Nick Oxford, New York Times, 21 May 2025
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Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Its private park, overlooking a verdant valley, was the work of French landscape artist Edouard André, who also designed the city park across the street.
—Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 28 June 2025
As a bonus, the verdant flavor of the tomatoes mingles well with the botanical notes of the gin.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 22 June 2025
But within just a couple of years, the banks were transformed into verdant corridors of grasses and shrubs.
—Nick Oxford, New York Times, 21 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for verdant
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There’s a rare beauty in waking up to the reddish-orange glow of the morning sun over lush vineyards after a good night’s sleep under a twinkling night sky.—
Rafael Peña,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
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With a set that featured lush green hills and intricate cultural motifs, the visuals matched the depth of his message: Puerto Rican culture was front and center — not for explanation but for celebration.—
Isabela Raygoza,
Billboard,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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Belichick made his way back into the green room and finished his popcorn.—
David Ubben,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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The stock market is in the green Friday, capping off a week of fresh record highs for the S & P 500 on a positive note.—
Natasha Abellard,
CNBC,
25 July 2025
Adjective
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Choosing the right person to help with data privacy for older adults That person could be a grown child, a niece or nephew, a sibling, or even a longtime friend.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
22 July 2025
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Just being out late at night, feeling grown and independent was memory enough.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
22 July 2025
Adjective
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Harvesting early is especially important for leafy greens, which quickly wilt in the afternoon sun and may not last for very long in the fridge.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
21 July 2025
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Tofu adds protein; the bok choy and leafy greens add fiber, calcium, potassium, and iron as well as vitamins A, C, K, and folate.—
Katie Sullivan Morford,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 July 2025
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Although rental costs have soared particularly in denser coastal cities, prices have jumped in Indianapolis too.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
24 July 2025
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It’s already been tested out successfully in dense urban areas.—
Heather Farmbrough,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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“Verdant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/verdant. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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