as in temporary
lasting only for a short time
he chose not to fret about the deciduous discomforts of his existence
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Recent Examples of deciduous
Skeleton flowers are deciduous perennials that die back in winter and sprout from the root crown again in spring.
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Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Feb. 2026
For example, there’s a good reason that sites along streets are often planted with hackberry (Celtis occidentalis), a handsome native tree; gingko (Ginkgo biloba), an Asian species known for its golden-yellow fall color; and bald cypress (Taxodium distichum), a deciduous conifer.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 1 Feb. 2026
The deciduous saucer magnolia’s floral display is enhanced by the fact that flowering takes place when the tree is still leafless.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026
The same holds true for young deciduous trees.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 31 Jan. 2026
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Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Feb. 2026
For example, there’s a good reason that sites along streets are often planted with hackberry (Celtis occidentalis), a handsome native tree; gingko (Ginkgo biloba), an Asian species known for its golden-yellow fall color; and bald cypress (Taxodium distichum), a deciduous conifer.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 1 Feb. 2026
The deciduous saucer magnolia’s floral display is enhanced by the fact that flowering takes place when the tree is still leafless.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 31 Jan. 2026
The same holds true for young deciduous trees.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 31 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deciduous
Adjective
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Still, energy analysts note global markets tend to adjust over time — even if short-term disruptions can lead to temporary price spikes.—
Richard Ramos,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Hair shedding is usually temporary, but hair loss can sometimes be permanent.—
Rebecca Strong,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The heaviest rain has shifted eastward, with the island of Molokai under a flash-flood warning on Sunday.—
Kyle Reiman,
ABC News,
22 Mar. 2026
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Kansas City will go from springlike warmth to winter fast as a powerful storm sweeps through Sunday, bringing damaging winds, a rapid temperature plunge with flash-freeze risk, and a quick burst of snow that could cut visibility, according to the National Weather Service.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Suggest a timeline that protects quality, confirm roles in writing, and schedule a brief follow-up to keep everyone aligned, whether partnered, solo, or collaborating.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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Breaking from a brief decline, jail deaths again rose statewide in 2025.—
Ryan Oehrli
April 1,
Charlotte Observer,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Some honor the transient nature of spring – like the student shows celebrating 2026 graduates crossing the finish line.—
Anya Sesay,
jsonline.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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The city has a relatively transient homeless population, officials say.—
Aaron Leibowitz,
Miami Herald,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Save for the passing interest of an engaged citizen, Hyde’s life is not impacted by the shortage of licensed child care providers and the soaring prices impacting parents across Colorado and the nation.—
Shay Castle,
Denver Post,
30 Mar. 2026
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But the Raiders lack a real threat in the passing game.—
Michael Gallagher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Biennials, triennials, and quadrennials are like festivals, both celebratory and ephemeral.—
Raphael Fonseca,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
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Recent studies have shown that spring ephemeral populations are declining.—
Sheryl De Vore,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Lagarde pointed out that monetary policy cannot lower oil prices, and that central banks typically look past transitory energy spikes without raising interest rates.—
David McHugh,
Los Angeles Times,
25 Mar. 2026
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Assuming the conflict is resolved over the coming weeks, the spike in oil will likely prove transitory, with Brent trading back down to the forward curve strip price of around $65, according to Chris Senyek at Wolfe Research.—
Bloomberg Wire,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Deciduous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deciduous. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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