thistles

[US]/ˈθɪsəlz/
[UK]/ˈθɪsəlz/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a type of plant with prickly leaves and purple flowers; the plural form of thistle; the national emblem of Scotland

Phrases & Collocations

thistles in bloom

thistles and weeds

thistles grow wild

thistles and thorns

thistles are invasive

thistles in gardens

thistles attract bees

thistles for decoration

thistles in spring

thistles and flowers

Example Sentences

thistles grow wildly in the fields.

be careful of the thistles when walking through the meadow.

thistles can be a nuisance in gardens.

some birds feed on thistles during the summer.

thistles are often mistaken for other plants.

farmers often try to control thistles in their fields.

thistles can be used in traditional medicine.

the thistles bloomed beautifully in the spring.

thistles are known for their sharp spines.

many insects are attracted to thistles.

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