as in lush
covered with a thick, healthy natural growth
the trail has become so overgrown that it is nearly impassable in spots
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Recent Examples of overgrown
Waxman died in 2005, at the age of 81, and the collection has not been maintained for at least a decade, neighbors say, now overgrown and infested with invasive vines.
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Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
Trim shrubs to improve airflow since overgrown shrubs and dense vegetation provide shade and moisture that chiggers like.
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
18 June 2026
This is the most rugged option, and this trail can be overgrown in places.
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Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
This involved removing another overgrown hedge and installing a fence to protect the Roots’ dogs from coyotes.
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Nicole Sours Larson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 June 2026
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Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
21 June 2026
Trim shrubs to improve airflow since overgrown shrubs and dense vegetation provide shade and moisture that chiggers like.
—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
18 June 2026
This is the most rugged option, and this trail can be overgrown in places.
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Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
This involved removing another overgrown hedge and installing a fence to protect the Roots’ dogs from coyotes.
—
Nicole Sours Larson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overgrown
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In between scenic photos and videos of them boating alongside a school of dolphins, a turtle sighting, and the lush coastline, Alba also shared a photo of a young boy (presumably her son Hayes, 8) as well as a young girl sitting on the beach.
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Meander through a lush, fairy-worthy tapestry of ivy and narrow pathways forged throughout the B&B's history.
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The naked back of a child front and center was painted over with clothing; a young girl was painted over with a grown woman; an infant in Christ’s arms was altered to be an older child; and Christ’s own face, hair and beard were altered.
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The open floor plan of the 4,000-square-foot condo required some clever problem-solving to create spaces for the clients, who are in their 60s, and their grown family to dine, play, and relax together.
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Every imaginable yellow, green and blue wig was on display among the sea of kilts outside Hard Rock Stadium (re-named Miami Stadium for the World Cup), faces were painted in all the team colors, and fans of both teams posed for photos together.
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Purchased in the Mexican state of Oaxaca, the traditional hat was decorated with a red and green beaded flower.
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More memory, denser racks, faster deployment The new server promises 50 percent more memory per socket and more GPU memory compared to the previous generation.
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For ultimate comfort, the loveseat and chairs also include dense foam cushions wrapped in smooth polyester.
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Scientists have linked eating leafy green vegetables such as spinach, kale and broccoli to better lung health.
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One study even found that pairing leafy greens with avocado led to about seven times greater lutein absorption.
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“Overgrown.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overgrown. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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