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orchard

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Definition of orchard

as in garden

a place where people grow fruit trees an apple orchard

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Recent Examples of orchard Worth at least 35 million dollars today, the land was used by Briswalter himself for fruit orchards, but now encompasses the neighborhood of Historic South-Central. — Andrew Coletti, Popular Science, 14 Oct. 2026 Go for a scenic drive, pop into an orchard for a cider tasting, and conclude your day in front of a crackling fireplace. — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2026 The business describes itself as the largest apple orchard in New Hampshire. — Matt Schooley, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026 Head outside, and orchard and Japanese gardens span the exterior, alongside flower and herb gardens for plenty of greenery. — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for orchard

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Multiple uses John LoRusso, UConn master gardener coordinator for Windham County, said that leaves are a free precious resource for gardens and wildlife, offering nutrients for the soil and helping plants better cope through the winter months.

— Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 18 Oct. 2026
There are several different cultivars to choose from, and the blue, white and pastel pink colors available are very versatile when combined with other garden plants.

— Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026

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To make way for what will be the third reservoir to serve the canal, an area of more than 11,000 acres that is currently home to schools, churches, farms and cemeteries will have to be flooded and at least 1,600 residents re-homed.

— Hira Humayun, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2026
The farm offers a punch card to residents for $18 and is good for up to 14 punches or around 21 bags of debris.

— Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of farm

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Many of the estate’s wines are named after his greatest works, however Le Caggiole pays tribute the vineyard where the grapes for this delightful wine are grown.

— Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026
After buying the vineyard in 2012 and enduring many of the challenges that growers and winemakers are facing, Cates sold the property last year.

— Lizzie Kane, Sacbee.com, 16 Oct. 2026

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After the Palisades fire, the ranch began hosting weekly community potluck dinners for anyone who lost their home.

— Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026
Another image — Jessie riding a real horse — helped inspire the ranch setting and a new character, Blaze.

— Davide Abbatescianni, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026

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