forest green
Americannoun
Other Word Forms
- forest-green adjective
Etymology
Origin of forest green
First recorded in 1800–10
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Byrd’s description of the powerful prophetess differed dramatically from the sullen appearance of Shelley Martin in court Thursday, where she sat glumly in a forest green jumpsuit, her long blonde curls grown out to reveal dark black roots.
From Los Angeles Times
On the other bench, Denver’s injured superstar was dressed in a forest green suit.
From Los Angeles Times
With Savage having left to join Forest Green Rovers, John Rooney took charge and he has fashioned a side who play with confidence and purpose, no matter who they face.
From BBC
Then, five weeks before the 2025-26 season began, Savage suddenly left Macclesfield, accepting a job in the league above when he was named as Forest Green Rovers head coach.
From BBC
Savage's success with Macclesfield was rewarded with an approach from Forest Green - an offer he couldn't refuse.
From BBC
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