Trees swayed gracefully in the gentle breeze.

Meaning: Trees moved gently from side to side in a smooth and elegant way in the gentle wind.

Choice of Words: Swayed means to move gently from side to side. Gracefully means in a smooth and elegant way. Breeze is a gentle wind.

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The tall trees swayed gracefully in the light breeze.

Meaning: The tall trees moved gently back and forth in the light wind in a beautiful way.

Choice of Words: Tall means having a great height. Trees are tall plants with woody stems and branches. Swayed means to move gently back and forth. Gracefully means in a beautiful and elegant way. Light means not heavy or dark. Breeze is a light wind.

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