The owl flew silently over the burrows.

Meaning: The owl moved quietly in the air above the holes in the ground.

Choice of Words: Silently means without making any noise. Over means in a position higher than or above something.

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The owl soared silently above the dens.

Meaning: This sentence conveys the same meaning as the first but uses different words to describe the owl's flight and the rabbits' homes.

Choice of Words: Soared means to fly high in the sky with little effort. Dens are similar to burrows but can be used by a wider range of animals.

The owl glided soundlessly across the warrens.

Meaning: This sentence highlights the owl's effortless and silent movement over the rabbits' underground network.

Choice of Words: Glided means to move smoothly and quietly through the air. Soundlessly emphasizes the owl's silent flight. Warrens are interconnected burrows used by rabbits.

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