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as in kid
a young person who is between infancy and adulthood
he earned the admiration of the neighborhood sprouts when he showed them how to make a slingshot
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Recent Examples of sprout
Cameron Sperance,
Travel + Leisure,
16 June 2026
Depending on the variety, most carrots have a days to maturity of 60 to 75 days from germination, when the seed sprouts from the ground, or roughly 9 to 10 weeks.
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Aviva Patz,
Martha Stewart,
16 June 2026
Fred Albert,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
Expect clover seeds to sprout in about 2 to 3 days when temperatures are above 60°F.
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Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 May 2026
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Noun
Meanwhile, The Canteen is the town’s (dog-friendly) haven for lobster rolls, crispy Brussels sprouts, and a cold drink, best enjoyed in the beachside backyard.
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Cameron Sperance,
Travel + Leisure,
16 June 2026
Depending on the variety, most carrots have a days to maturity of 60 to 75 days from germination, when the seed sprouts from the ground, or roughly 9 to 10 weeks.
—
Aviva Patz,
Martha Stewart,
16 June 2026
Verb
Its muscular stone-and-concrete base seems to sprout from the landscape, while the translucent, cantilevered second floor appears to tiptoe across it atop slender steel columns.
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Fred Albert,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
Expect clover seeds to sprout in about 2 to 3 days when temperatures are above 60°F.
—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sprout
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Francois, who runs a medical rehabilitation in New York and brought his adult kids to see Les Grenadiers, said Haiti’s qualification, achieved amid extraordinary circumstances, was itself cause for celebration.
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His kids, though hesitant at first, became a large part of the business.
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Photos also showed the bees crowding on nearby trees, weighing down on some tree limbs and branches.
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There are also two bear pendants with movable limbs — the $32 Felix and the $52 Frankie.
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Freshness is Key The fresher the cherries are, the more likely the seeds are to germinate.
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As soon as the seeds germinate, and the first new growth spotted, give the seedlings a full-sun exposure.
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The 44-year-old singer's children, Sean Preston, 20, and Jayden James, 19, made a rare joint public appearance at Paris Men's Fashion Week after TMZ reported that the two would achieve a runway milestone together during the days-long sartorial event overseas.
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Sandra Cherfrere, an attorney and child of Haitian immigrants, highlighted the practical complications for families with children born abroad.
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Shoots them off the balance, catch-and-shoot, spot ups — just in various ways.
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The series filmed all across North Texas during its eight-month shoot in the region.
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Maintain a safe distance from large vehicles - Trucks or buses can produce a water spray that hampers visibility.
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This week, investors are looking at the huge sums being spent and questioning whether AI can produce the profits and productivity necessary to make all the investment worth it.
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Plant magnolias somewhere they will be protected from harsh winds, especially when buds or flowers are developing.
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Pruning during the summer when the shrub is setting buds will reduce the number of flowers next spring.
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But there is plenty of skepticism about whether these will meaningfully boost economic growth.
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Starmer's popularity has also declined amid a persistently high cost of living, sluggish economic growth and criticism over his acceptance of gifts from wealthy donors.
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“Sprout.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sprout. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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