nested

Example Sentences

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Shortly after, a pair of eagles nested on the north side, bolstering Big Bear Valley’s role as vital habitat for the birds of prey.

From Los Angeles Times

Hundreds of birds nested across the domes and, as they approached, took off into the sky, crying out in alarm.

From Literature

A lone teacup sits atop a small table in front of a single chair that’s clearly nested with mice.

From Literature

The long pheasant feathers made it appear that a large bird had nested and died up there.

From Literature

The Palisades is nested against a mountain range filled with dried-out flora, making it an “extreme” fire risk, according to an official state threat assessment.

From The Wall Street Journal