butterflies
Pronunciation: [ˈbʌtərflaɪz]
Word
Context: “nature”
(noun) colorful insects with two pairs of wings that can fly. They often make gardens beautiful and are known for their pretty patterns.
Example
Butterflies flutter around the flowers in the garden.
Example
There are no butterflies in the winter; it’s too cold for them.
Example
Have you ever seen a butterfly landing on a flower?
Context: “emotion”
(noun) a feeling in your stomach that happens when you are nervous or excited. It feels like little flutters inside, like a butterfly's wings.
Example
I felt butterflies in my stomach before going on stage to speak.
Example
She didn't have any butterflies before the test; she was very calm.
Example
Do you get butterflies when you try something new?
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