Thesaurus results for CUTTING DOWN

cutting (down)

verb

Definition of cutting (down)

present participle of cut (down)

as in mowing

to bring down by cutting we need to cut down that dying tree

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mowing

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Regularly mowing your lawn deters snakes from taking up residence in your yard, which includes ornamental and prairie-style native grasses.

— Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 6 July 2026
Raise mowing height during dry spells to promote deeper roots and conserve soil moisture.

— Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 June 2026

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