as in forest
a dense growth of trees and shrubs covering a large area
the region's vanishing forestland
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Recent Examples of forestland
Anne Arundel County officials, environmental advocates, and residents gathered Thursday to celebrate the purchase of more than 68 acres of forestland that will now be permanently protected from development.
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Caroline Foreback, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Political opposition to cutting a path for a transmission line through forestland meant the project was subjected to a statewide referendum in Maine – and then a court case that overturned the referendum results.
—Barbara Kates-Garnick, The Conversation, 17 Dec. 2025
As well as exploring the 40 acres of picturesque olive groves and forestland, the hotel offers an indulgent spa, which has both indoor and outdoor facilities, and a fine dining restaurant, Cedri.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Where to explore Kayak calm waters at Somerset Reservoir, surrounded by national forestland.
—Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2023
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Caroline Foreback, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Political opposition to cutting a path for a transmission line through forestland meant the project was subjected to a statewide referendum in Maine – and then a court case that overturned the referendum results.
—Barbara Kates-Garnick, The Conversation, 17 Dec. 2025
As well as exploring the 40 acres of picturesque olive groves and forestland, the hotel offers an indulgent spa, which has both indoor and outdoor facilities, and a fine dining restaurant, Cedri.
—Angelina Villa-Clarke, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Where to explore Kayak calm waters at Somerset Reservoir, surrounded by national forestland.
—Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for forestland
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The city of Atlanta announced the acquisition of the 50-acre Tatum Lakes property, marking a significant step toward turning the urban forest into a publicly accessible park and nature preserve.—
Riley Bunch,
AJC.com,
27 Mar. 2026
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These partnerships help highlight the series’ themes, promoting the discovery of the wonders hidden in the French forests and beyond, but also emphasizing respect for biodiversity, and the importance of food education for children.—
Kevin Giraud,
Variety,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Forestland.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forestland. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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