reed
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Seiler then had the children of friends write passages on fresh papyrus using traditional reed pens and the prepared inks.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 26, 2026
Though piano, synthesizer and what seems to be a reed instrument are audible, it comes across as something created spontaneously with toys and noise-making devices discovered in a room.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 9, 2026
Burning reed beds is a quick way to restore them, but everyone knew it should be avoided because it killed soil invertebrates, such as snails and earthworms.
From Slate ● Apr. 28, 2026
The reed beds are used by warblers and reed buntings, which nest in early spring.
From BBC ● Apr. 20, 2026
She came to the door and through the crack her hand reached out and took the reed.
From "The Good Earth" by Pearl S. Buck
The nibbled plants are stashed in small piles amongst the reeds by the water voles to eat later.
From BBC ● Jun. 30, 2026
Paddle in hand, he now collects the rubbish that accumulates in the reeds along the swampy banks to sell to recycling companies.
From Barron's ● May 20, 2026
Now I have more time for it, steaming it in a woven Algerian basket that infuses the aroma of the reeds.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 2, 2026
These features measure 50 to 100 meters across and are covered in tall reeds reaching about 15 feet.
From Science Daily ● Mar. 21, 2026
‘Saw some reeds back there. I’m going to plait myself a hood.’
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
Vocabulary lists containing reed
Music - Introductory
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Music - Middle School
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Musical Instruments - Introductory
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