In the early spring, in March, the leaves were green and soft.

早春三月，树叶嫩绿又柔软。

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Tulips bloomed once in the early spring.

郁金香在早春时节开过一次花。

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Herds are fattening on the clover of early spring.

牧群吃早春的苜蓿而长膘。

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But any American growers or home gardeners hoping for an early spring this year just got some bad news.

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The tree sap in early spring; the new-born green leaf, soft and fresh as skin;

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Ever bearers, when planted after the last winter freeze, will produce fruit during spring or early summer.

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Last month, the legendary Pennsylvania groundhog failed to see his shadow, thereby predicting an early spring.

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But if they didn't see their shadow, an early spring was on its way.

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Agency officials said that organized movements more than likely will start in early spring, security permitting.

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