A dragonfly hovered over the water, its wings shimmering in the sun.

Meaning: A dragonfly stayed in the air above the water, its wings shining in the sunlight.

Choice of Words: A dragonfly hovered over the water, its wings shimmering in the sun. Dragonfly is a flying insect with a long, slender body and large, transparent wings. Hovered means to stay in the air without moving. Shimmering means shining with a soft, tremulous light.

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