1The garden was filled with lilies of various colors, their sweet fragrance wafting through the air.
2In medieval literature, the lily was often used as a symbol of the Virgin Mary's purity and innocence.
3The artist chose to paint a still life of lilies to represent the fleeting nature of beauty.
4The bride carried a bouquet of white lilies down the aisle, symbolizing her innocence and purity.
5The poet's use of the lily as a metaphor for the soul's journey towards spiritual enlightenment was a powerful literary device.