underbrush

Example Sentences

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It can be prevented by avoiding tall grass and underbrush, and wearing long pants and tick repellent, in areas where the disease is endemic.

From New York Times

Hot, dry conditions and whipping winds have exacerbated the situation, along with dry underbrush.

From Fox News

Fire is a natural and necessary feature of Southwestern forests, clearing out underbrush and keeping the canopy open enough to let light reach the forest floor.

From Scientific American

The bull is roaming around a part of Long Island that features dense underbrush and pine barrens.

From Seattle Times

Experts agree that prescribed burns — intentionally set fires that periodically clear underbrush or other fuels — are a key to reducing the severity of wildfires in the future.

From New York Times