poppy

Example Sentences

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Flowers played a prominent role, with a spray of daffodils bursting from one skirt or the red-orange petals of California's poppy, the state flower, cascading down a dress.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

That means seeking out flavors far beyond the realm of sesame and poppy.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

“The idea is to take inspiration from where you would use things like fennel seeds, sesame seeds, or poppy seeds,” Ziata explained.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

Expect desert sunflowers, gold poppy, dandelion and a number of other small, low-to-the-ground flowers.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

"It hurt ever so much, Maester Pycelle was giving him milk of the poppy, and they say that milk of the poppy fills your head with clouds. Otherwise he would never have said it."

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin