fertilizing

present participle of fertilize

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for fertilizing
Verb
  • Popular opposition focused on those projects both endangering their resources and enriching the very companies that fan the flames of heating.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025
  • Steeped in a culture of corruption, those who would take over from Maduro would continue to prioritize enriching themselves.
    Quico Toro, The Atlantic, 4 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Courtesy Deirdre Hall When reading women’s routine mammograms, radiologists are increasingly augmenting their eyes with artificial intelligence.
    Elizabeth Cohen, NBC news, 22 Oct. 2025
  • The British royal family member accessorized her look with gold earrings by English designer Daniella Draper — donning a pair of mini hoops with shamrock charms in gold, further augmenting the fall shades of her ensemble.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • But critics and former employees who spoke with CNN say the AI company has long known of the dangers of the tool’s tendency toward sycophancy – repeatedly reinforcing and encouraging any kind of input – particularly for users who are distressed or mentally ill.
    Allison Gordon, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2025
  • Under his leadership, Brioni underwent an operational reorganisation and experienced strong growth momentum, reinforcing its position in the luxury menswear landscape, according to its parent company Kering.
    Vogue Business Team, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Berenter said people have become more familiar with the concept of purifying sewage — and much more trusting of the science behind it — since San Diego first floated the idea two decades ago.
    David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Oct. 2025
  • Like the process of purifying reuse water, the desalination process is more expensive than the typical methods of treating non-brackish groundwater for consumption.
    Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The Corps proposed strengthening the bank by implementing riprap, or rocks.
    Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 8 Nov. 2025
  • According to the National Weather Service, a strengthening cold front is making its way across the country toward Nashville.
    Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 6 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • The moniker beaver moon marks the time of year when beavers begin preparing for the winter by fortifying dams and lodges and stocking up on food.
    Gina Park, CNN Money, 5 Nov. 2025
  • Meanwhile, the All’s Fair actress and soon-to-be-attorney has been quietly fortifying her Hidden Hills compound.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 24 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • In addition to the convenience factor, dishwasher pods are also popular due to their effectiveness in cleaning dishes.
    Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Nov. 2025
  • And even the most devoted coffee people can sometimes skimp on deep-cleaning their equipment.
    Noah Kaufman, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Across Brazil, nearly three-quarters of citizens believe city climate initiatives are improving both the environment and their daily quality of life.
    MSNBC Newsweek, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
  • Mayo is a community activist and nonprofit leader whose organization Transforming Nations Ford focuses on improving the Nations Ford and Arrowood corridor.
    Nick Sullivan, Charlotte Observer, 5 Nov. 2025
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“Fertilizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fertilizing. Accessed 25 Nov. 2025.

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