leafy

Example Sentences

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Before the strawberries can be sold ready to eat, they need to have their leafy tops removed.

From BBC • Jul. 5, 2026

Foods such as dairy products, leafy green vegetables and fortified products are common dietary sources.

From Science Daily • Jun. 25, 2026

The low-lying region is home to dozens of vibrant communities, some dating back centuries with bustling markets, leafy gardens and traditional burial grounds.

From Barron's • Jun. 24, 2026

From leafy boarding schools to sun-drenched resorts, 48 squads are setting up shop across three countries—and hoping to stay as long as possible.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

But now, plump red tomatoes grew fatter every day, yellow flowers turned into bright green zucchini, and pole beans hung in clusters from vines that snaked up twine to form leafy tepees.

From "Wish" by Barbara O'Connor