sequoia
noun
se·quoia
si-ˈkwȯi-ə 
: either of two huge coniferous California trees of the bald cypress family that may reach a height of over 300 feet (90 meters):
a
b
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The 6-foot-10 sequoia starred immediately at USD, scoring 30 points and grabbing 16 rebounds in win over UCLA at Pauley Pavilion.
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Wildfires threaten California sequoias.
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Yosemite boasts five of the planet's tallest waterfalls, pristine streams, three sequoia groves, picturesque meadows, and rich biological diversity.
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For Jordan, the sequoias still are symbols of stability, serenity and perseverance.
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Bryce Miller, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 June 2024
Follow more of our reporting on Reality Check Capitol Alert
Wildfires threaten California sequoias.
—Jacqueline Pinedo, Sacramento Bee, 31 May 2024
Yosemite boasts five of the planet's tallest waterfalls, pristine streams, three sequoia groves, picturesque meadows, and rich biological diversity.
—Carrie Dennis, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2024
For Jordan, the sequoias still are symbols of stability, serenity and perseverance.
—Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2024
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sequoia
noun
se·quoia
si-ˈkwȯi-(y)ə
: either of two huge cone-bearing California trees that are related to the bald cypresses and may grow to a height of over 300 feet (90 meters):
a
b
: redwood
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