Sentences

marcescent in a sentence

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Definition

MARCESCENT: (adjective) referring to leaves or plant parts that are withering or fading but have not yet fallen off.

Sample Sentences

  1. The marcescent leaves clung stubbornly to the tree long after autumn had faded.
  2. In the fading light of late fall, the marcescent foliage created a hauntingly beautiful scene.
  3. As winter approached, the marcescent petals of the flowers added an unusual charm to the garden.
  4. The botanist noted the marcescent features of the plant as a sign of its resilience against the harsh climate.
  5. During the hike, we came across marcescent branches that seemed to whisper stories of the seasons past.

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