Leaves breathe.

Meaning: This means that leaves take in air and release carbon dioxide to help the plant grow. It's like saying, Leaves take in oxygen and release carbon dioxide.

Choice of Words: Leaves are the parts of a plant that grow out of the stems and branches. Breathe means to take in air and release carbon dioxide. When you put them together, "Leaves breathe" means that leaves take in air and release carbon dioxide to help the plant grow.

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