as in nurseries
a school for children who are generally less than five years old
attends pre-K
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Adding the right fertilizer to your soil can make a major difference in growth and root strength—and garage sales, Facebook Marketplace, and plant nurseries are great places to buy unwanted bags for less.—
Nishaa Sharma,
The Spruce,
4 Apr. 2026 -
Though big-box plant stores and global retailers have threatened to price out small nurseries in the area, Johnson said Talini’s serves a niche purpose for gardeners that has helped protect it.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
27 Mar. 2026
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Tuition to attend preschools in Texas is, in many cases, more expensive than attending a four-year university.—
Jess Huff,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
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In most preschools, children are separated by age.—
Michael Cuglietta,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Mar. 2026
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“Pre-Ks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pre-Ks. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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