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as in vegetation
green leaves or plants
a good time to tour the wine country is when it is clothed with the verdure of midsummer
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as in health
the condition of being sound in body
a portrait of a fresh-faced teenage girl in all of her youthful verdure and irrepressible joie de vivre
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Recent Examples of verdure
Fret patterns are great to bring into more modern or linear homes, and the fabric is sometimes raised or textured, whereas verdure and Jacobean floral tapestries lean more traditional and are not raised.
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Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
20 Apr. 2026
Have the, verdure vegetables dressed with olive oil and lemon; cavatelli ricotta pasta with Gorgonzola and walnuts; or gnocchi with red tomato and more Gorgonzola.
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John Mariani,
Forbes,
17 Dec. 2024
The addition of a verdure wallpaper to the space contributes to an atmosphere of a sitting room rather than a workspace.
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Emily Evans Eerdmans,
Architectural Digest,
23 July 2024
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
20 Apr. 2026
Have the, verdure vegetables dressed with olive oil and lemon; cavatelli ricotta pasta with Gorgonzola and walnuts; or gnocchi with red tomato and more Gorgonzola.
—
John Mariani,
Forbes,
17 Dec. 2024
The addition of a verdure wallpaper to the space contributes to an atmosphere of a sitting room rather than a workspace.
—
Emily Evans Eerdmans,
Architectural Digest,
23 July 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for verdure
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Warm, dry weather has left vegetation primed to burn, and with the holiday falling on a Saturday, officials expect larger crowds and more neighborhood celebrations.
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On its website, Project Bluestem says the center will be designed to minimize the effects of noise on the surrounding area and will use vegetation, berms or sound walls if necessary.
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In a 2023 survey by World Athletics, a global sports federation, 75% of responding athletes said the impacts of climate change are negatively affecting their health and athletic performance.
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Shah adds that many women feel their best when ferritin levels are at least between 40 and 70 ng/ml for optimal energy and hair health, even if lab ranges suggest lower levels are ‘normal’.
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The site hearkens back to Florida roadside attractions of the past but offers plenty of present-day opportunities for animal encounters amid a backdrop of tropical foliage.
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After flowering, the foliage continues to photosynthesize and generates energy, which is stored in the roots.
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The heartiness of other ingredients can determine the final number.
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To balance the heartiness, crunchy cucumbers and onions join tender leaves of parsley atop each bowl.
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During the same period, conservationists, who wanted to emphasize the relatively untouched state of Alaska’s ecosystems and abundant flora and fauna, used the phrase last frontier to advocate for preserving its open spaces.
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Lewis saw the incredibly diverse fauna and flora of the Galápagos in a totally different way than Darwin did.
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Millions of people around the world wear smart rings and fitness trackers to keep tabs on their sleep, workouts, heart rate and even body temperature, all in the name of better understanding their health.
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Then, Djokovic had the skills to blow his opponents away, but could also grind them down if needed, knowing that his superior fitness and durability would more than likely win out.
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Deadheading helps redirect energy to the plant, improving overall vigor and reducing disease risk.
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The crowd shook her car with such vigor that the 23-year-old Westminster resident couldn’t turn up the music like people shouted at her to do.
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For a brand-new wellness experience this summer, athletic apparel brand Alo has made its French Riviera debut with its first-ever French boutique, open now at 45 Rue Gambetta.
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The wellness unit recently introduced an internal video series starring Jackson teaching meal-prep and providing practical, healthy recipes.
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“Verdure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/verdure. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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