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pines

Pronunciation: [paɪnz]

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Learn how to use pines in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “nature”

(noun) Pines are types of trees that are tall and evergreen, meaning they stay green all year. They have long needles for leaves and produce cones with seeds inside.

Example

The pines in the forest provided shade on a hot day.

Example

There are no pines in this part of the country; only deciduous trees grow here.

Example

How many different species of pines can you identify in the park?

Context: “emotion”

(verb) To pine means to feel very sad or to miss someone or something a lot. It's like when you really want to be with a friend but you can't, so you feel lonely.

Example

She pined for her hometown while living in the big city.

Example

He doesn't pine for his old job; he enjoys his new one much more.

Example

Do you ever pine for the days when you were a kid?

How to pronounce pines

Pronunciation: [paɪnz]

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