willow
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The second artifact was a much smaller piece of willow or poplar wood that also showed evidence of carving and possible use by humans.
From Science Daily • May 24, 2026
A fenced enclosure was constructed, a pond created and willow planted - and a ditch was "re-wiggled" to restore more natural hydrological flow and habitat complexity.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
Baker’s Indigenous and German heritage inform her three large abstract collage hangings, created using synthetic turf animated by acrylic paint, yarn and a variety of natural materials, including corn husk, willow, buffalo hide and buckskin.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026
The original study reported a 1,500% surge in willow crown volume after wolves returned.
From Science Daily • Feb. 12, 2026
He waved his whole body back and forth in place, like a round little willow tree bending in a gentle breeze.
From "Lawn Boy Returns" by Gary Paulsen
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