The tree swayed in the gentle breeze, rustling its leaves.
Meaning: The tall woody plant moved gently back and forth in the mild wind, causing its leaves to make a soft, crackling sound.
Choice of Words: Tree refers to a tall woody plant with a trunk and branches. Swayed means to move gently back and forth. Gentle means mild or not harsh. Breeze is a gentle wind. Rustling means to make a soft, crackling sound. Leaves are the flat, green parts of a plant that grow on its stems.
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