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Recent Examples of grasses
Alternatives And Additional Tips While spring is the best time to plant warm-season grasses, consider fall as an alternative for cool-season grass species.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2026
Unlike warm-season grasses, cool-season grass seed is commonly used for overseeding and starting a new lawn.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2026
Unlike warm-season grasses, cool-season grass seed is commonly used for overseeding and starting a new lawn.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grasses
Noun
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Just as mowing wet grass can be harmful to lawns, mowing during the hottest part of the day can cause unnecessary stress to turfgrasses, particularly during mid-summer.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
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Real estate agents caution against high maintenance gardens, artificial lawns, and above-ground pools.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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On top, Mango’s pastel-green suede jacket adds a fresh pop of color.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
17 Mar. 2026
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The contemporary living quarters, meanwhile, pair a palette of sage greens, mustards, and warm bronzes with a range of precious materials.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
17 Mar. 2026
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“Grasses.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grasses. Accessed 18 Mar. 2026.
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