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herbaceous

[hur-bey-shuhs, ur-] / hɜrˈbeɪ ʃəs, ɜr- /




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Some are shifting to Mediterranean plants, Bennellick said, "more grasses, more herbaceous perennials that can survive the drought conditions".

From Barron's Aug. 25, 2026

It’s salty, bright, herbaceous and just spicy enough to keep things interesting.

From Salon Jun. 9, 2026

Conran’s herbaceous borders fall away toward a “ha-ha,” an infinity-edge garden with a hidden wall ditch to make the grass appear continuous with the fields beyond.

From The Wall Street Journal Apr. 11, 2026

“When it comes to our founder’s favorites, the delicate, herbaceous flavor of sage ranks high on the list,” the As Ever email read.

From MarketWatch Dec. 4, 2025

But Americans pronounce the h in herbaceous, herbicide, and herbivore.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner




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