overgrows

present tense third-person singular of overgrow

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for overgrows
Verb
  • As violence in schools proliferates in the United States, so too has the marketplace for products designed to protect students.
    Tonya Simpson, ABC News, 24 Sep. 2025
  • Misinformation proliferates both online and off.
    Stacie Kershner, The Conversation, 22 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Yes, holiday cactus thrives outside during summer in temperate conditions.
    Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Oct. 2025
  • Knowing what to plant in Spring versus Winter ensures that your garden thrives across the seasons.
    William Jones, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
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“Overgrows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overgrows. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.

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