fruiting

Definition of fruitingnext
present participle of fruit

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for fruiting
Verb
  • Many spring-flowering shrubs, including lilacs, bigleaf hydrangeas, rhododendrons, and lilacs, bloom on what is referred to as old wood—flower buds that were formed during the previous summer or fall.
    Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Jan. 2026
  • Right after flowering and before new growth begins is the right time to repot the Christmas cactus.
    Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 9 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Pruning is usually done at specific times of the year, typically while a plant is dormant, before new growth emerges in spring, or once the blooming cycle of a plant is done for the season.
    Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 7 Nov. 2025
  • In late spring, the Badlands transform with green grasses and blooming wildflowers, perfect for photographers and nature enthusiasts.
    Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • That’s not only a chance to take control of the division but also to position themselves well for seeding in the conference.
    Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 8 Nov. 2025
  • The Magic and Hawks are both 3-4 on the season and could be battling for seeding in the Eastern Conference.
    Tyler Everett, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
Verb
  • Robinhood is known for propagating meme-stock mania, making its founders billionaires, and changing how Americans invest.
    Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 29 Dec. 2025
  • Torres Maczassek and her brother, Miguel, are considered leaders in climate-change response, including uncovering and re-propagating nearly extinct grape varieties that may fare better in extreme heat and drought.
    Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 27 Dec. 2025
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“Fruiting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fruiting. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.

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