evergreen
Pronunciation: [ˈɛvərˌɡriːn]
Context: “nature”
(noun) a type of tree or plant that stays green all year round. Unlike other trees that lose their leaves in fall, evergreen plants keep their leaves no matter what the season.
Example
In our yard, we have an evergreen that stays bright and green during the winter.
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The other trees in the park are not evergreens; they lose their leaves every autumn.
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Can you name any evergreens that are common in our area?
Context: “nature”
(adjective) describes plants or trees that are always green and do not lose their leaves in the winter. These plants look lively and healthy no matter the season.
Example
The garden was filled with evergreen plants that added beauty all year long.
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The yard looks dull in winter because there are no evergreen plants.
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What are some evergreen plants that grow well in cold climates?
Context: “metaphor”
(adjective) used to describe something that remains valuable, relevant, or popular over time. Like a classic book or song that people love no matter when it was made.
Example
That movie is an evergreen favorite; people enjoy watching it every year.
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Trends come and go, but good stories are evergreen and will always touch hearts.
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What makes a story evergreen in your opinion?