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Only a small Nativity scene sits under its barren boughs.
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Lyndsay Winkley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Dec. 2023
After November rains, giant logs, evergreen boughs, and tiny wood chips float everywhere; paddling feels like stirring soup.
—Jennifer Berney, Outside Online, 7 Apr. 2023
Extra dry-hopping enhances the aromas of berries and evergreen boughs.
—Peter Rowe, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Feb. 2024
These nine types of boughs are readily available at local garden centers and are even easier to decorate your home with.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 12 Nov. 2023
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Lyndsay Winkley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Dec. 2023
After November rains, giant logs, evergreen boughs, and tiny wood chips float everywhere; paddling feels like stirring soup.
—Jennifer Berney, Outside Online, 7 Apr. 2023
Extra dry-hopping enhances the aromas of berries and evergreen boughs.
—Peter Rowe, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Feb. 2024
These nine types of boughs are readily available at local garden centers and are even easier to decorate your home with.
—Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 12 Nov. 2023
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“Bough.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bough. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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