oak

Example Sentences

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"The thought that there might not be an oak woodland to walk into - the thought that there might not be a bluebell wood for my children to see - is too awful," he said.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

But oak trees have a surprising response when caterpillars become too abundant.

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

He made “The Rainbow Landscape” from 18 strips of oak, assembled and joined over time.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

“The main residence has brand-new Wolf appliances, including an induction range, refrigerator, and dishwasher. Custom new white oak hardwood flooring throughout is the canvas for your personal design statement,” the listing notes.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

Up on the hillside from our house, under a huge red oak tree, Daisy had a playhouse.

From "Summer of the Monkeys" by Wilson Rawls