fertilizing

present participle of fertilize

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for fertilizing
Verb
  • The garden uses restorative agricultural practices to prevent topsoil erosion by enriching the soil with microorganisms, Carlson said.
    Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 29 Oct. 2025
  • The nonprofit is dedicated to enriching the lives of individuals facing some of life’s most difficult physical, mental, and emotional challenges — such as Autism, PTSD, and Down Syndrome — through meaningful interactions with horses.
    CHRISTINA MAYO, Miami Herald, 29 Oct. 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
  • His campaign has drawn high-profile endorsements from Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Senator Bernie Sanders, reinforcing his status as the left’s standard-bearer in the race.
    Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
  • The images are complemented by a throwback-style video recorded with early 2000s camcorder technology, reinforcing Re/Done’s typical affinity for vintage visuals.
    Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • 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
  • The lightweight gel also features hectorite clay—a purifying agent to absorb excess sebum—niacinamide, and of course, ceramides to quell shine and keep blemishes at bay.
    Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The Sherman Phoenix board of directors has committed to strengthening leadership and accountability.
    La Risa R. Lynch, jsonline.com, 25 Oct. 2025
  • The Office of Special Education is tasked with supporting and monitoring state compliance and strengthening special education services covered under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
    K. Ward Cummings, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • 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
  • Hunter, acquired at the trade deadline last season in a move viewed at the time as fortifying an already stout roster, will likely be a mainstay in the starting lineup, at least while Strus is out.
    Joe Vardon, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Moisten the disposable sheets with water and a gentle cleaning agent like Dawn dish soap, then use the DIY wet wipes to clean countertops or messy faces.
    Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025
  • Spray the piercing with sterile saline wound wash when cleaning it.
    Sherri Gordon, Health, 24 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Guerra — who represents the 6th District and neighborhoods including Colonial Manor, Elmhurst and Tahoe Park — has served on the City Council since 2015, and has been a vocal advocate for public parks, pedestrian safety and improving local business corridors.
    Hector Amezcua, Sacbee.com, 29 Oct. 2025
  • To ward off feelings of isolation, founders and top executives are stepping outside of the office to focus on improving their well-being.
    Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2025
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“Fertilizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fertilizing. Accessed 31 Oct. 2025.

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