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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  • Never mow while the grass is wet—this will spread disease.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
  • Regularly mowing and trimming plants can make a huge difference.
    Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 17 May 2026
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“Chop (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chop%20%28down%29. Accessed 19 May. 2026.

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