ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD WILLOW
Old English welig; related to wilige wicker basket, Old Saxon wilgia, Middle High German wilge, Greek helikē willow, helix twisted.
5 QUOTES WITH «WILLOW»
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willow.
The gay bunting erects his white crest, and gives utterance to the joy he feels in the presence of his brooding mate; the willow grouse on the rock crows his challenge aloud; each floweret, chilled by the night air, expands its pure petals; the gentle breeze shakes from the blades of grass the heavy dewdrops.
It is a struggle; for though the black man fights passively, he nevertheless fights; and his passive resistance is more effective at present than active resistance could possibly be. He bears the fury of the storm as does the willow tree.
Notice that the stiffest tree is most easily cracked, while the bamboo or willow survives by bending with the wind.
The willow is my favorite tree. I grew up near one. It's the most flexible tree in nature and nothing can break it - no wind, no elements, it can bend and withstand anything.
The willow which bends to the tempest, often escapes better than the oak which resists it; and so in great calamities, it sometimes happens that light and frivolous spirits recover their elasticity and presence of mind sooner than those of a loftier character.
10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «WILLOW»
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In Miss Hawthorn's art class, neatness, conformity, and imitation are encouraged, but when Willow brings imagination and creativity to her projects, even straight-laced Miss Hawthorn is influenced.
Denise Brennan-Nelson, Rosemarie Brennan, 2008
A child, born with a mark on her arm--the mark, according to an age-old prophecy, of the one who will bring down Queen Bavmorda--becomes the evil Queen's greatest fear and Willow Ufgood, the magician, the child's only hope
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Gentle
Willow: A Story for Children About Dying
Amanda the squirrel is upset that she is going to lose her friend Gentle Willow, but the tree wizards give advice that help both her and Gentle Willow accept the change that comes with death.
In a magical land, a poor farmer is entrusted with the care of an infant who is destined to become a good and wise queen and bring about the downfall of the evil sorceress who is the present queen.
George Lucas, Bob Dolman, 1988
Wealth, extravagant parties, celebrity status were things Willow De Beers could only dream of - until now.
When Willow Ames leaves El Paso to meet her new employer, she hadn't expected him to be the arrogant cowboy who had propositioned her just the night before.
With the help of a magic microphone, Willow, whose words come out in whispers, manages to make herself heard, but when her microphone breaks Willow has to decide what to do.
Seven months ago, on a rainy March night, sixteen-year- old Willow's parents drank too much wine and asked her to drive them home. They never made it. Willow lost control of the car and her parents died in the accident.
Tiny Lambert struggles to find security and happiness when her high school years are marred after her stepfather rapes her.
A little cat searches for a year before spring comes again and he finds the pussy willows for which he named himself.
Margaret Wise Brown, 1997
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «WILLOW»
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Willow Smith and Jaden Smith hit the stage at Wireless Festival …
And on Sunday Willow, 14, and Jaden, 16, lived up to expectations as they hit the stage for Wireless Festival 2015 sporting two different-coloured sneakers. «Daily Mail, Jul 15»
As Sockeye Fire threatens Willow homes, so do thieves
Cars along the parks highway are backed up — they're waiting for troopers to bring them through the evacuations zone. Some of these people are Willow ... «KTVA.com - Alaska News and Weather, Jun 15»
Sockeye Fire destroys 20 structures; 1700 in evacuation zone
As of late Sunday night, the fire was burning on the west side of the Parks Highway, just south of Willow Creek. It leaped from the west side of the highway to the ... «KTUU.com, Jun 15»
Marc Jacobs gives Willow Smith a goth makeover in new ad
Whatever crazy vision Marc Jacobs has for his new fall/winter campaign, we're into it. After surprising us all with a stunning picture of Cher last week, Jacobs ... «USA TODAY, Jun 15»
Jada Pinkett Smith Doesn't Want Willow or Jaden to Get Married …
Do as I say, not as I do seems to be Jada Pinkett Smith's relationship advice to her kids, Jaden and Willow Smith. When asked by Howard Stern if she would ... «Billboard, Jun 15»
Buffy & Willow Reunion! Sarah Michelle Gellar & Alyson Hannigan …
"I had a lovely time with @SarahMGellar when I ran into her at Michaels today," Hannigan tweeted. "Our mutual love of crafting would make Willow happy I think. «E! Online, May 15»
Mark Ballas' Praise of Willow Shields Is the Sweetest Thing You'll …
Are we watching the same Dancing With the Stars, because why did Willow Shields just get sent home? The Hunger Games star, who at just 14 has been ... «E! Online, Apr 15»
'Dancing With the Stars' recap: Willow's out, Sasha's in as …
OMG, omg, omg, what happened to Derek?! Is he all right? Can he perform? And if he's not able to, can Nastia carry on without him? Those were the major ... «Los Angeles Times, Apr 15»
Jaden and Willow Smith Are Quietly Releasing New Music, and It's …
So far, we've learned that Willow probably spends her off hours reading Being and Time, while her brother Jaden fantasizes about a future that looks a lot like an ... «Vulture, Feb 15»
Willow Smith causes a stir after posing for provocative 'topless' snap
Willow poses for the camera with her arms behind her head, wearing bright yellow eye shadow. The picture was picked up and reposted by fan sites. «Mirror.co.uk, Jan 15»
