fruits 1 of 2

plural of fruit

fruits

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of fruit

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of fruits
Noun
Some fruits like blueberries and strawberries are thought of even past their peak seasons, while the humble cranberry only takes center stage at Thanksgiving or when trying to quell a urinary tract infection (UTI). — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 2 Nov. 2026 For parents and others who take care of children, food restriction often may simply be an attempt to limit sugary foods and introduce more fruits and vegetables. — Bryn Beeder, The Conversation, 1 Nov. 2026 According to D’Amico, sweet persimmons attract opossums, coyotes, squirrels, songbirds, deer, and more, while fallen pawpaw fruits draw a variety of wildlife including foxes, raccoons, wild turkeys, and songbirds. — Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 31 Oct. 2026 These fruit bats are legally considered vermin in Madagascar, and are often associated with eating commercially important fruits. — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 29 Oct. 2026 Though ‘Nana’ pomegranate fruits are edible, this cultivar is primarily grown as an ornamental. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 29 Oct. 2026 Harvest Leftover Fruits and Vegetables First, harvest any remaining fruits and vegetables from the summer growing season. — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 28 Oct. 2026 Maeve Enright of Chaminade is seeing the fruits of her labor. — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2026 The vibe is of a cheerful — very upscale — Parisian market that’s centered around a section of fruits and vegetables displayed like in a museum. — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fruits
Noun
  • Like other companies striving to move past experimentation toward practical solutions, the company is invested in how AI can be used to drive real business outcomes.
    — S. Sorrina Beecher, Chicago Tribune, 13 Nov. 2026
  • Throughout the week, exhibitors from participating Chinese companies held productive meetings with global counterparts, achieving substantial business outcomes and paving new avenues for international cooperation.
    — Partner Content, Variety, 13 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • Weed that exceeds the state’s pesticide limits is destroyed, diluted or converted into products with higher pesticide allowances, such as edibles.
    — Paige St. John, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Two construction workers who worked on one of the public housing complexes told The New York Times their team stretched materials by mixing other products into the concrete.
    — Avery Schmitz, CNN Money, 8 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • This plant flowers year-round and, like all abutilon cultivars, is not water needy.
    — Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 30 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The Broncos did not explain why the deal was abandoned, but the trade was pending the results of a physical.
    — Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 12 Nov. 2026
  • This final aspect represents democracy's functional correction mechanism, which the midterm results demonstrated in ample measure.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • Many songs here invert the notion of a ghost in the machine; Shy assumes the role of the femmebot on the fritz, while the productions—overseen by Karma Kid and Casey MQ—are like the contents of a fertile petri dish.
    — Walden Green, Pitchfork, 11 Nov. 2026
  • There’s only one way to bring film and TV productions back home, says contributor Mike Farah.
    — Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 11 Nov. 2026
Verb
  • Applesauce still contains some soluble fiber in the form of pectin, making applesauce with chia seeds a good soluble fiber source.
    — Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Start seeds indoors four to eight weeks before the last frost, or sow directly at the soil surface after the last frost.
    — Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 1 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • For local businesses, the closure has also brought major economic consequences.
    — Kelly Werthmann, CBS News, 11 Nov. 2026
  • The companies stress that their policies and in-app tools require that drivers provide ADA accommodations and remind them of the consequences of refusing to do so.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 10 Nov. 2026
Noun
  • Though the possibility of hefty yields and potential downside protection may sound attractive, these ETFs aren't risk-free.
    — Darla Mercado, CFP®, CNBC, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Matthews Winery 2023 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc Winemakers at Matthews revealed that the 2023 vintage and harvest was under high pressure for botrytis, which resulted in very low yields of excellent fruit.
    — Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 6 Nov. 2026

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“Fruits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fruits. Accessed 15 Nov. 2026.

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