underbrush

Example Sentences

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Unimpressed, a group of tweens on the walk delved deeper into the rain-soaked underbrush, pointing out specimens faster than Purry could identify them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 16, 2025

The golf ball and his body hit the ground hard at the same time after he shanks one into the underbrush.

From Salon • Mar. 13, 2025

Forest Service uses infrared technology to monitor fires underbrush for sometimes weeks after a blaze is contained.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2025

In 2022, around 11,000 acres were “treated” with underbrush removal, selective logging and preplanned burning.

From Seattle Times • May 28, 2024

He helped Abby sit on the ground and then, climbing through underbrush and fallen branches, he made his way around the huge root system.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret