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Recent Examples of cuttings
This decision, consistent with a prior ruling, indicates a narrow judicial interpretation, classifying ready-to-grow cuttings as regulated cannabis plants.
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Dario Sabaghi,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Root 4- to 6-inch-tip cuttings from shrubs and perennials.
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Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 June 2026
As far as ribbon cuttings go, the one held Wednesday afternoon for Aurora’s new Hollywood Casino was a sure bet to be more spectacular than most.
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Denise Crosby,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
How to Grow Roses From Stem Cuttings Plant the stem cuttings in small pots; after a root ball forms, move them to your outdoor garden.
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Kelly Manning,
Martha Stewart,
23 June 2026
Propagate for Abundance Hagerty frequently propagates plants from cuttings to increase his bounty each year.
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Johanna Silver,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
Dario Sabaghi,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Root 4- to 6-inch-tip cuttings from shrubs and perennials.
—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 June 2026
As far as ribbon cuttings go, the one held Wednesday afternoon for Aurora’s new Hollywood Casino was a sure bet to be more spectacular than most.
—
Denise Crosby,
Chicago Tribune,
26 June 2026
How to Grow Roses From Stem Cuttings Plant the stem cuttings in small pots; after a root ball forms, move them to your outdoor garden.
—
Kelly Manning,
Martha Stewart,
23 June 2026
Propagate for Abundance Hagerty frequently propagates plants from cuttings to increase his bounty each year.
—
Johanna Silver,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cuttings
slices
Noun
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Topped with fresh slices of tomato and melty cheese, everyone will be coming back for seconds.
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This crowd-friendly dessert takes inspiration from the Southern favorite, pairing a plush banana cake with a cloud of vanilla pudding cream, fresh banana slices, and plenty of vanilla wafers.
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“Cuttings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cuttings. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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