compost

noun

Definition of compostnext
as in incorporation

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Recent Examples of compost Dahlias prefer rich and well-drained soil that has been amended with compost. — Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2026 Look for carrots that mature in around 50 days, and plant in loose, well-draining soil that’s amended with compost. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 10 July 2026 The soil below two inches should be unharmed, Adams said, so long as new compost is set and plants are watered plentifully, which will promote natural biological cycles. — Christopher Buchanan, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026 Putting diseased plant material in your compost pile and using unclean or dull pruning tools also increases the risk of transmitting issues from plant to plant. — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 5 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for compost
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compost
  1. incorporation
  2. blending
  3. integration
  4. absorption
  5. commingling
  6. intermingling
  7. mingling
  8. merger
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  • This allows the incorporation of new policy through a mechanism known as the SbatLevel.
    — Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 14 July 2026
  • California’s last four incorporations received a similar result, according to the staff report.
    — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of incorporation
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  • Master Distiller Brian Sprance emphasizes the creative blending, with proceeds benefiting local nonprofits like Brighton Center.
    — David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • Enter French blending, a color technique that’s gaining popularity for its ability to soften gray regrowth while reducing the need for frequent salon touch-ups.
    — Colleen Sullivan, InStyle, 16 July 2026
Definition of blending
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  • At the same time, the company will see the benefits of the Masimo integration.
    — Harvey Stober, CNBC, 16 July 2026
  • Executives say the approach could simplify integration and shorten the path toward future autonomous flight operations.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 16 July 2026
Definition of integration
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  • Many models also include an infusion mode, which can help enhance the absorption of serums and moisturizers.
    — Iman Balagam, Vogue, 15 July 2026
  • Taking magnesium with certain antibiotics, such as doxycycline and ciprofloxacin, can reduce antibiotic absorption.
    — Kirstyn Hill, Health, 14 July 2026
Definition of absorption
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  • The ominous buzzing of phones, the commingling of accomplishment and humiliation, the sudden pathos of cheap glass awards, the rage at their now-former CEO’s $11 million paycheck… David Frankel’s film knew exactly which buttons to push in our particular audience.
    — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Last month, Cherfilus-McCormick was found guilty of 25 House ethics violations, including acceptance of improper campaign contributions and commingling of campaign and personal funds.
    — Lauren Peller, ABC News, 21 Apr. 2026
Definition of commingling
Noun
  • In Latin America, as Hayes-Bautista explained, after centuries of Indigenous and Spanish intermingling, racial and ethnic lines were fluid, with myriad, subtle gradations of color, lineage and heritage.
    — Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
  • There is no intermingling and no visitors, aside from medical staff, said Michael Wadman, the medical director of National Quarantine Unit.
    — Nicole Brown Chau, CBS News, 11 May 2026
Definition of intermingling
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  • The design team removed about 90% of the plants that used to pack the area to maximize space for dancing and mingling.
    — Kailyn Brown, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
  • After the last pitch, the room opens up for mingling, and attendees approach whoever intrigued them.
    — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 2 July 2026
Definition of mingling
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  • The states filed their suit on Monday, alleging that the $111 billion merger will harm competition in the theatrical and basic cable markets.
    — Gene Maddaus, Variety, 17 July 2026
  • Penn West, the new Pennsylvania State System institution formed by the merger of three struggling regional colleges, is eliminating 71 programs.
    — Ryan Craig, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of merger

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