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Recent Examples of grafted
If the tree is grafted, ensure that the graft union (the swollen point on the trunk) remains above the soil line.
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Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Jan. 2026
Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 16 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grafted
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Kellogg’s high-growth snack business was much more viable as an acquisition target without the sluggish cereal division attached.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
31 Jan. 2026
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The year was 2016, and the now-lead vocalist María Zardoya was performing at The Kibitz Room, a low-key cocktail lounge attached to the iconic Canter's Deli, while drummer/producer Josh Conway filled in as sound engineer for her set, the duo said in a 2017 interview with Remezcla.—
Pamela Avila,
USA Today,
30 Jan. 2026
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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,
30 Jan. 2026
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In a modern take on the Breakfast at Tiffany’s special, Rih added some glitz to an LBD, accessorizing the sexy, lingerie-esque dress with a collar necklace, a cocktail ring, and a brooch affixed to her furry jacket.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
28 Jan. 2026
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As a result, phishing emails tied to this breach may appear legitimate and urgent.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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One minute later, on a cross-ice pass from Kyrou to Pavel Buchnevich, and a seam pass from Buchnevich to Snuggerud, the 21-year-old rookie teed up a one-timer for his third game-winning goal of the season, tied for the team lead.—
Jeremy Rutherford,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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Tomei added that another potential driver for precious metals is also excess liquidity sloshing through global markets.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
29 Jan. 2026
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The Rochester team added a key design feature to improve reliability.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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Hashibami chose a key from a heavy bundle and inserted it into the door, unlocking it with a click.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 Jan. 2026
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From a security standpoint, eSIMs can actually be more secure than physical SIMs because they can’t be removed and inserted into another device as easily.—
Ken Colburn,
AZCentral.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Since taking control of the Reader, Noisy Creek has installed longtime Index Newspapers executive Robert Crocker as interim publisher, and injected capital to keep the Chicago alt-weekly afloat.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Jan. 2026
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An Oklahoma state senator has introduced legislation to strengthen regulations on how oilfield wastewater is injected underground following an investigation by The Frontier and ProPublica.—
Nick Bowlin,
Oklahoman,
30 Jan. 2026
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Lady Eliza leaned into a full ‘80s moment, sparkling in a plunging black catsuit that dipped down to her ribs and was fastened with a single button.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
28 Jan. 2026
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Investigators wrote that the children told authorities they were locked inside a chicken pen that was fastened shut and then shot at with BB guns during the alleged incident.—
Greg Wehner,
FOXNews.com,
21 Jan. 2026
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Park Chan-wook’s Oldboy (2003), for instance, worked within the revenge thriller genre but infused it with uniquely Korean themes about shame and family honor.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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It’s infused with hydrating ingredients, including mirsalehi honey and argan oil, which work together to replenish moisture in dry, frizzy hair.—
Andrea Navarro,
Glamour,
29 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Grafted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grafted. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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