pollen
Example Sentences
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"If it flowers when temperatures are above 30C the pollen will be sterile," meaning the ears of corn will have fewer grains, he said glumly.
From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026
One leading explanation centers on their rare ability to feed on pollen as adults.
From Science Daily • Jun. 22, 2026
However, the butterfly's longevity advantage did not disappear when pollen was removed from its diet.
From Science Daily • Jun. 22, 2026
High UV and pollen levels are anticipated in many places.
From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026
He’d lately been complaining a lot about his allergies, even though in the fall you’d think there wouldn’t be much pollen in the air.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
Vocabulary lists containing pollen
Life Science: Plants
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Plants (Botany) - Introduction
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Plants (Botany) - Middle School
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