Definition of green thumb
: an unusual ability to make plants grow
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These plots are 36' x 36', are pre-harrowed and marked for those wishing to use their green thumb.
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Less than a year later, Brennan and her green thumb made the 1.5 acre Fairview Park Community Garden a reality.
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These plots are 36' x 36', are pre-harrowed and marked for those wishing to use their green thumb.
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This being the first weekend of spring, our green thumbs are itching for action.
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Amazon's Plant Store recently went live and it's filled with every kind of plant your little green thumb could desire.
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The manicured front yard at her Loveland Street home was evidence of her green thumb.
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No green thumb is required: Plant experts are on hand to share tips and tactics on how to keep arrangements healthy and alive.
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On Friday, Brunell, 47, displayed his green thumb by joining former NFL defensive end Mike Rucker and Orlando city commissioner Robert Stuart at Rosemont Community Center.
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First Known Use of green thumb
1937
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: an unusual ability to make plants grow
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