sylvan

adjective

Definition of sylvannext
as in green

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Recent Examples of sylvan Temporary departures from the sylvan landscape for professional activities are prohibited, but the place has been known to have a hold on people. — New York Times, 6 July 2022 The sylvan property set on a 2,600-acre nature preserve has been hosting the tribute since 1988, a year after the movie’s release. — Andrea Sachs, Washington Post, 29 July 2022 Viewable by appointment between early June and mid September, and reachable only on foot, the cottage’s densely sylvan setting can be an interim destination. — J.s. Marcus, WSJ, 17 Aug. 2022 Created in the early 1990s as the home of California Shakespeare Theater stage company and originally known as the Bruns Amphitheater, the sylvan outdoor venue nestled in the hills of Orinda had a brief run presenting concerts in the summer of 2021. — Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for sylvan
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sylvan
  1. green
  2. verdant
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  • The ornate vehicle holding the coffins is white and green, according to footage from Reuters.
    — Xiaoqian Lin, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • Flashes of red, green and white glow over the dark waters of Lake Sinclair on a warm Saturday morning in May.
    — Jack Leo, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
Definition of green
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  • That verdant vista of a piece of ancient, intricate architecture centered me in storied Osaka and proved a delightfully consistent through line for my stay.
    — Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
  • Suites are designed with floor-to-ceiling French doors that open onto to the verdant garden and complement the interiors—an homage to the artistic heritage of the region, inspired by masters from Matisse to Picasso.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026
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“Sylvan.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sylvan. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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