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as in to spray
to cover by or as if by scattering something over or on
sow the fields with maize in early spring, and the crop should be ready by late summer
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as in to breed
to set permanently in the consciousness or mind-set
a malicious neighbor who sowed within him nagging suspicions about his wife
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Recent Examples of sow
Then plant more and start over, or, better yet, sow more seeds every few days to ensure a steady supply.
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ABC News, 12 May 2026
But in about 1989, the seeds of a new Muffler Man era were sown.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
How to Grow Cucumbers in Pots From Seed Cucumbers grow easily from seed directly sown, sprouting in three to ten days at temperatures of at least 60°F.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 12 May 2026
But the past few weeks have showcased the bigger fruits being sowed under Vidosic and the club’s backing of him.
—Megan Feringa, New York Times, 11 May 2026
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ABC News, 12 May 2026
But in about 1989, the seeds of a new Muffler Man era were sown.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
How to Grow Cucumbers in Pots From Seed Cucumbers grow easily from seed directly sown, sprouting in three to ten days at temperatures of at least 60°F.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 12 May 2026
But the past few weeks have showcased the bigger fruits being sowed under Vidosic and the club’s backing of him.
—Megan Feringa, New York Times, 11 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for sow
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sow
Verb
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Mix the repellents with water and spray them directly onto ants or around nests.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
19 May 2026
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Ramsbottom was at his desk when the drone smashed through the workspace's tin ceiling, spraying shrapnel in all directions, and lodging a chunk of glass in the back of his head.—
Michael Kaplan,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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Many gardeners today are planting pollinator gardens to attract bees, butterflies, moths, hummingbirds and other wildlife.—
Beth Botts,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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Do not cut smaller potatoes; plant them whole.—
Nadia Hassani,
The Spruce,
23 May 2026
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The game’s newest major champion represents a refreshing and unchanging sense of self, bred by memories like those back in Wolverhampton, England.—
Gabby Herzig,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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The sow will breed again and return to the gestation crate to bear another litter.—
Krista Kafer,
Denver Post,
18 May 2026
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Cowboy hats, oversized belt buckles and Western boots dominated the arrivals for both men and women, while a few sprinkled in Vegas-worthy sparkle.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
18 May 2026
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And Crawford has been sprinkling in a secret catchphrase no one has caught on to yet.—
Rohan Nadkarni,
NBC news,
18 May 2026
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Additional employer or philanthropic initiatives aimed at seeding accounts could further increase early balances.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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Mater Dei senior Gianna Kenrick, who is committed to Kentucky, is seeded first in the 11-dive girls meet.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
14 May 2026
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As rain peppered the tarp covering Yankee Stadium’s infield, Yesavage strolled around the Blue Jays clubhouse below.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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On Tuesday, members of Congress peppered Blanche with questions about the fund.—
Michael Kunzelman,
Los Angeles Times,
20 May 2026
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At the end of the day, folks just want to see the sport of college football put in the best possible spot moving forward, which includes the coaches who are competing for spots, like Clark Lea.—
Trey Wallace OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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Functionality and convenience are key for makeup wearers like me who want to put in minimal effort but get maximal results.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
14 May 2026
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“Sow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sow. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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