The tree stood tall and strong in the gentle breeze.

Meaning: The tree was upright, very tall, and sturdy in the gentle breeze.

Choice of Words: Stood means to be in an upright position. Tall means having a great height. Strong means having great power or force. When you put them together, "stood tall and strong" means the tree was upright, had a great height, and was sturdy.

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