100 Examples of sentences containing the common noun "thorn"

Definition

A "thorn" is a sharp, pointed structure that is a modified stem or leaf found on certain plants, primarily as a form of protection against herbivores. It can also refer metaphorically to a source of pain or distress.

Synonyms

• Spine
• Prickle
• Spike

Antonyms

• Comfort
• Relief
• Soothing

Examples

1. The gardener thorned the rose bushes to prevent animals from feasting on them.
2. She felt a thorn in her heart when she heard the news.
3. The thorn of betrayal stung him deeply.
4. As the hikers walked through the brambles, they often thorned their clothes.
5. The ancient tree had many branches, each adorned with a thorn.
6. He tried to thorn her confidence with harsh words.
7. During the hike, I accidentally thorned my hand on a sharp branch.
8. The thorn of regret haunted her for years.
9. The child thorned himself while playing in the garden.
10. She used the thorn of a rose to draw a picture.
11. The soldier felt a thorn of guilt after the battle.
12. They thorned the fence with barbed wire to keep intruders out.
13. The thorn of his past experiences made him wary of new relationships.
14. She thorned her way through the dense underbrush.
15. He thorned a path through the thickets in search of a clear trail.
16. The thorn on the cactus can be quite painful if touched.
17. She felt like a thorn in his side with her constant questions.
18. The thorny issue required careful negotiation to resolve.
19. He thorned a point during the debate that left everyone speechless.
20. The thorn of loneliness is something many people experience.
21. As the dog ran through the field, it thorned its paw on a hidden branch.
22. The thorn from the bush stuck in her shoe.
23. His words were a thorn that pierced her heart.
24. The thorny plant was difficult to remove from the garden.
25. They thorned the old fence to make way for the new construction.
26. Every thorn in her life has shaped who she is today.
27. The thorn of disappointment was hard to bear.
28. She thorned the flower arrangement with fresh greenery.
29. The thorn of jealousy crept into their friendship.
30. I accidentally thorned my finger while pruning the roses.
31. The thorn has a significant role in the plant's defense mechanism.
32. Each thorn he encountered made him stronger.
33. She thorned through the dense foliage to find the path.
34. The thorn of his past mistakes haunted him every day.
35. The children thorned their clothes while playing in the bushes.
36. The thorny vines covered the old wall, adding to its charm.
37. He felt as if he were a thorn in her plans.
38. The thorn of guilt lingered long after the mistake was made.
39. She thorned the paper with a sharp knife.
40. The thorn in her side was her inability to forgive.
41. The brave knight faced the thorny dragon with courage.
42. He thorned the paper to make it more interesting.
43. The thorn of injustice can lead to great change.
44. She thorned the edges of the fabric to prevent fraying.
45. The thorn on the rose was a reminder of its beauty and danger.
46. The thorn of betrayal was a heavy burden to carry.
47. He thorned his way through the challenges of life.
48. The thorn of shame kept him from speaking out.
49. The gardener thorned the weeds to make room for new plants.
50. She felt a thorn of anger at the unfair treatment.
51. The thorn of sorrow was evident in her eyes.
52. I thorned my way through the crowd to get a better view.
53. The thorny situation required careful handling.
54. He thorned the tape to seal the package.
55. The thorn of despair can sometimes lead to hope.
56. She thorned the branches to clear the path.
57. The thorn of resentment simmered beneath the surface.
58. He thorned through the pages of the book for answers.
59. The thorn can be a beautiful yet dangerous aspect of nature.
60. She thorned her thoughts into a clear message.
61. The thorn of his actions weighed heavily on his conscience.
62. He thorned the fabric to create a unique design.
63. The thorn of fear prevented her from trying new things.
64. The gardener thorned the bushes to encourage new growth.
65. She felt a thorn of sadness when she said goodbye.
66. The thorny debate took longer than expected.
67. He thorned the edges of the cardboard to make it neat.
68. The thorn of criticism can be hard to handle.
69. She thorned her way through the challenging terrain.
70. The thorn in the story represents the main conflict.
71. He thorned the balloon to let the air out.
72. The thorn of doubt clouded her judgment.
73. The thorny path was not easy to navigate.
74. She thorned the conversation back to the main topic.
75. The thorn of anxiety often strikes before big events.
76. He thorned his way through the dense underbrush.
77. The thorn of unfulfilled dreams can be painful.
78. She thorned her ideas in a clear and concise manner.
79. The thorn of jealousy can destroy relationships.
80. He thorned the envelope shut before mailing it.
81. The thorn on the plant serves as a warning to predators.
82. She felt a thorn of embarrassment during the presentation.
83. His words thorned through her defenses.
84. The thorn of loss is something everyone experiences.
85. The gardener thorned the hedge to maintain its shape.
86. She thorned the fabric for a more stylish look.
87. The thorn of competition can motivate people to do their best.
88. He thorned the paper into several pieces for recycling.
89. The thorn in her heart was a reminder of lost love.
90. She thorned the ribbon to finish the gift.
91. The thorn of anger drove him to act impulsively.
92. He thorned the old memories that haunted him.
93. The thorn on the bush made it hard to get close.
94. She thorned the details of her plan to make it clearer.
95. The thorn of regret can be a powerful teacher.
96. He thorned a design that was both functional and beautiful.
97. The thorn of injustice can spark a revolution.
98. She thorned through the chaos to find clarity.
99. The thorn on the rose reminded her of its beauty and pain.
100. He thorned the discussion back to the original topic.