chop (down)

Definition of chop (down)next
as in to cut (down)
to bring down by cutting we have to chop down that tree out front before it falls on the house

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mow
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  • To keep geese away from your yard, mow the grass less often.
    Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 15 Feb. 2026
  • Those who are approved will receive a total of 18 free lawn mows from April through October, a set number each month, with no further scheduling or calls needed, according to an email from the city.
    Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026
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“Chop (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chop%20%28down%29. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.

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