as in forest
a dense growth of trees and shrubs covering a large area the house is perched atop a hill amid a stretch of dense woodland

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Recent Examples on the Web In the video, a large group of raccoons can be seen in a woodland area. Gabrielle Rockson, People.com, 10 Oct. 2024 Grab snacks at the 1822 Newfane Country Store, then head east to the Putney Mountain trailhead for a low-key woodland stroll or run to the wide-open summit. Meg Lukens Noonan, Outside Online, 26 Sep. 2024 In This Article Understanding Squirrel Behavior Signs of Squirrel Damage Plants That Repel Squirrels Additional Methods That cute little woodland creature with a fuzzy tail can wreak havoc in the garden. Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 14 Sep. 2024 Massachusetts Robinson State Park in Agawam contains over 800 acres of woodlands and scenic trails along the Westfield River. Michele Herrmann, Forbes, 5 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for woodland 

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“Woodland.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/woodland. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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