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rustling

/ˈrʌs.lɪŋ/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does rustling mean?

verb, noun

The soft continuous sound of leaves or cloth moving, or the act of making this sound. A faint rustling noise was coming from the bushes.

Example

"The leaves rustled in the gentle breeze."

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