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as in seeding
to put or set into the ground to grow
I'll plant the marigold seeds in the spring
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as in establishing
to be responsible for the creation and early operation or use of
soon the sect had planted churches across the breadth of the colony
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as in breeding
to set permanently in the consciousness or mind-set
a profound respect for Mother Nature that had been planted by long experience with hurricanes
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Recent Examples of planting
While the plant is self-pollinating and productive on its own, planting another compatible cherry tree nearby can help increase yields.
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Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 17 Apr. 2026
Heavy feeders like tomatoes, corn, and leafy greens require regular fertilizing throughout their growth, while lighter feeders like peas and beans often only need nutrients at planting.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2026
That includes working with Olympic organizers to ensure all concession containers are reusable, recyclable or compostable, and taking steps such as planting more trees and installing shade structures to help cool areas around venues.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
But gardeners should be aware of its aggressive growing habits before planting.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Apr. 2026
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Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 17 Apr. 2026
Heavy feeders like tomatoes, corn, and leafy greens require regular fertilizing throughout their growth, while lighter feeders like peas and beans often only need nutrients at planting.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2026
That includes working with Olympic organizers to ensure all concession containers are reusable, recyclable or compostable, and taking steps such as planting more trees and installing shade structures to help cool areas around venues.
—Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
But gardeners should be aware of its aggressive growing habits before planting.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for planting
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One of the most awesome/terrible/terribly awesome things about The Fight For Lord Stanley is that underdogs can bite and, unlike the NBA bracket, seeding can feel like just a number.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
13 Apr. 2026
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The Nuggets, who finish the season at San Antonio on Sunday night, prioritized rest over seeding.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Disaster relief protections include a waiver of a one-time activation fee for establishing remote call forwarding.—
Cox Communications,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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China is Thailand's biggest trading partner, and the two countries celebrated their 50th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations last year.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Today, beef inflation rapidly outpaces regular food inflation due, in part, to severe drought conditions starting in 2022 that raised feed prices and discouraged farmers from breeding cattle.—
Tristan Bove,
Fortune,
21 Apr. 2026
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Sanjar also has figured out that the most efficient time of year to deploy them is summer, when snakes are fattening up for breeding season in late fall.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
19 Apr. 2026
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More likely, the Nuggets will run plenty of sets with him coming off pin-downs and other screens to catch in the flow of their half-court offense, sparing him from the burden of initiating every possession.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
17 Apr. 2026
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In going public with its intent to secure the York Boulevard theater, the company is initiating a new round of fundraising.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Apr. 2026
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Vagus nerve stimulation for epilepsy and depression generally involves implanting an electrical stimulator in the left side of a patient’s chest, where the vagus nerve passes.—
Elizabeth Riley,
The Conversation,
26 Mar. 2026
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Attorney Ben Ikuta claims that Acacio continued to perform medical procedures on patients while his license was suspended, including performing transfers and implanting embryos.—
Chelsea Hylton,
CBS News,
3 Mar. 2026
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Startup from Google DeepMind, OpenAI alums valued at $4 billion just months after founding.—
Jeremy Kahn,
Fortune,
21 Apr. 2026
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When one landowner stuck a fireworks stand on the property across the way and was letting consumers shoot them off on-site, Foreman fought it by founding the Church of Peace and Quiet.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2026
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But Jeane is focused on rooting the process in equity and using the situation as an opportunity to optimize operations.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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After rooting, the cuttings can be kept in their original pots, transplanted into larger containers, or hardened off and transplanted outside into garden beds.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Apr. 2026
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As the standoff continued, Wenger was allegedly observed creating additional weapons, including taping a knife to a pole to form a spear, Podgorski said.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2026
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This set includes a spacious table and cushioned seating, creating a comfortable setup for both everyday meals and hosting.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Planting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/planting. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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