grafted

Definition of graftednext
past tense of graft

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of grafted Plant grafted roses with the knobby graft union 2 to 4 inches below the soil surface in Zones 3–6 or at soil level in Zones 7 to 11. Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 26 Feb. 2026 If the tree is grafted, ensure that the graft union (the swollen point on the trunk) remains above the soil line. Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grafted
Verb
  • New York followed with a $75 billion price tag attached.
    Yaël Ossowski, Boston Herald, 30 May 2026
  • One key data source was the radiosonde—a box of instruments attached to weather balloons that measures temperature, pressure and other parameters.
    Andrea Thompson, Scientific American, 29 May 2026
Verb
  • Here, the landscape designer added detail with an apple tree affixed to the side of the house with wire and screws.
    Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 6 May 2026
  • The unlawful taking of any part or accessory affixed to the interior or exterior of a motor vehicle in a manner which would make the item an attachment of the vehicle or necessary for its operation.
    Baltimore Sun staff, Baltimore Sun, 6 May 2026
Verb
  • Defending state high jump champion JJ Harel of Sherman Oaks Notre Dame tied nine others for the second-best mark (6-6) heading into the second day.
    Steve Galluzzo, Los Angeles Times, 30 May 2026
  • Cameron Brink tied her season high with 16 points (14 in the first half), and Dearica Hamby added 14 points, nine rebounds, seven assists and four steals as the Sparks won for the fourth time in their past five games.
    Daily News, Daily News, 30 May 2026
Verb
  • Vaughn Grissom added a homer and three RBIs, and Oswald Peraza had two hits and two RBIs to help the Angels — who tied their season high with the 16 hits — avoid a three-game sweep.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
  • Rubio said Iran has not made any concessions on its nuclear program that satisfy Washington and added that sanctions relief will hinge on Iran giving up its enriched uranium and dismantling its nuclear program.
    Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 4 June 2026
Verb
  • His first chance will be against the Colorado Rockies’ Tomoyuki Sugano as Freeland was inserted into the starting lineup at second base.
    Liana Handler, Los Angeles Times, 28 May 2026
  • To make the process even easier for novices, the M2 leverages AI to detect the type of materials inserted and automatically adjust the settings for cutting, engraving, or just scoring to make thinner materials easier to flex and fold.
    Andrew Liszewski, The Verge, 27 May 2026
Verb
  • Some fans injected vodka into oranges with hypodermic needles.
    Peter Hessler, New Yorker, 31 May 2026
  • In this way, First Light reminds me of GoldenEye, a game that injected Bond shenanigans into a shooter.
    Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 29 May 2026
Verb
  • The battery itself is housed in a box that’s fastened to a spine frame connecting the swingarm and motor to the headstock.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 May 2026
  • Use the appropriate fasteners to secure it to the blocking that is fastened to the studs.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 20 May 2026
Verb
  • The explosion that killed Blaine might have infused Sam with Mother’s essence, marking him as the heir to her powers.
    Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
  • In Ohio, legislation infused with religion has gained noticeable traction.
    Sarah Donaldson, NPR, 28 May 2026

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“Grafted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grafted. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.

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