PLOW Synonyms: 94 Similar and Opposite Words

plow

verb

Definition of plow

as in to rake

to cut into and turn over the sod of (a piece of land) using a bladed implement we'll have to get out there and plow and plant both fields before it rains

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as in to labor

to devote serious and sustained effort plowed determinedly through the weighty tome

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Recent Examples of plow Both companies are plowing cash into their businesses, buying gear and building data centers to expand their cloud and AI services. — Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 27 July 2026 For observers fortunate enough to experience even a partial eclipse during the day, the evening offers an entirely different spectacle as Earth plows through one of the densest parts of Comet Swift-Tuttle’s debris stream. — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026 If folks want to practice for the Tour de France, there is a real velodrome in Kissena Park in Queens, where pedestrians and parents with little ones aren’t at risk of being plowed over. — New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 20 July 2026 Trump has plowed a huge hole in the innocent intent of the six justices who supported the measure, but the words from the three dissenting justices ring loud and clear for the world to have heard today. — Gary Franks, Hartford Courant, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for plow

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Mopping the floor, raking leaves and shoveling snow all require dynamic stability that supports rotational movement.

— Dana Santas, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026
Corbin raked Trick’s eyes behind the referees back, but Yachty hit Corbin with a kendo stick leading to a Death Valley Driver from Trick for the nearfall.

— Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of rake

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Leaders must cultivate environments that foster these paths, offering meaningful ownership, opportunities for judgment, learning, and mentorship.

— Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
Ganni’s success also fueled growing interest in Copenhagen’s fashion scene, helping pave the way for fellow Danish labels like Saks Potts, Stine Goya, Rotate, and Baum und Pferdgarten to cultivate devoted international followings.

— Kelsey Stewart, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of cultivate

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Robinson appeared to furrow his brow and smirk as the text messages about the engravings were displayed in the courtroom.

— Hannah Schoenbaum, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
This year’s Emmy nominations are evidence of that, as ever, with plenty to furrow a brow or jump on a soapbox over.

— CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 8 July 2026

Definition of furrow

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In May 2023, Serbia and Kosovo reached an agreement which included commitments by both sides to clarify the fate of the missing, but Kosovo and Serbia have accused each other of stalling efforts to work together.

— ABC News, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026
The Boulder County District Attorney’s Office alleges Hilliard stole $9,510 while working as the administrator of Colorado’s Nike Elite program from 2021 to 2025.

— Matt Moret, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of work

Verb

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum ruled out fracking in a key basin, citing danger to nearby water tables and indigenous communities — a move that highlights her political balancing act as the country strives to wean off US energy.

— Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Leaders should strive to embed a security engineer directly into product squads from the design phase, turning cryptographic requirements into ordinary user stories rather than late-stage compliance findings.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of strive

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Italy’s defense ministry transferred ownership to the town of Affi in 2018, and in 2022 the University of Florence endeavored on a study to map the bunker’s expansive reach.

— Andy Battaglia, ARTnews.com, 7 Aug. 2026
France and Germany are pursuing a new initiative to boost industrial provisions and protect jobs, as Europe endeavors to shield its businesses from China.

— Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 27 July 2026

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