as in mowing
to bring down by cutting
we need to cut down that dying tree
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So, while you might be tempted to store the mower after dealing with seasonal tasks like composting annuals and harvesting your garden, remember to keep mowing your grass as needed.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Oct. 2025 -
There are actually many reasons for bare patches, from mowing and watering issues to environmental causes.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Cutting (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cutting%20%28down%29. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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