Thistles example sentences
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"Thistles" Example Sentences
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1. The field was infested with thistles; their prickly leaves made it difficult to walk through.2. She carefully picked the thistles from her yard; she didn't want them to spread and take over.
3. The farmer cursed the thistles that had invaded his crops; he knew they would stunt their growth.
4. The Scottish flag features a thistle; it is a symbol of Scotland's hardiness and resilience.
5. Thistles can be used to make herbal tea; they are said to have numerous health benefits.
6. The gardener wore gloves to protect her hands from the thistles; she didn't want to get pricked by their sharp spines.
7. The thistles had grown so tall that they towered over the fence; they were an impressive sight to see.
8. After a rainstorm, the thistles in the field looked even greener; their leaves glistened in the sun.
9. The thistles may be a nuisance to gardeners, but they provide food and shelter for many types of animals; they are an important part of the ecosystem.
10. The botanist carefully examined the thistle's flowers and leaves; she was fascinated by its intricate structure.