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as in sprays
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 plants
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 sows
Jonathan sows an abundance of breadseed poppies with their blue-gray lettuce-like leaves, decorative seedheads, and blooms that range from white and pale pink to red and deep purple.
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Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 17 Apr. 2026
Mabel, in faux-beaver form, rallies the wildlife to fight Mayor Jerry but sows anarchy in doing so.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2026
Bonta said his office has sent letters to Bianco's agency over the last two months, echoing Weber's sentiment that his staff was not qualified to conduct a recount and that investigation sows distrust in elections.
—Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 25 Mar. 2026
This would precipitate more of the vitriol that sows seeds of division in our country.
—Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
Another member of the Brassica family, Martha sows cauliflower seeds at the same time as broccoli.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 7 Feb. 2026
Critics of federal agents wearing masks have argued the practice sows intimidation and undermines government accountability.
—Killian Baarlaer, Louisville Courier Journal, 5 Dec. 2025
San Diego families deserve guidance rooted in scientific evidence, not messaging that sows confusion and fear.
—Inna Fishman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Dec. 2025
From the outside, Laura could be loving, protective, overbearing, even intrusive — while Cherry sows doubt for hiding pieces of her past despite ostensibly adoring her new beau.
—Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 10 Sep. 2025
Teresa Woodard, Midwest Living, 17 Apr. 2026
Mabel, in faux-beaver form, rallies the wildlife to fight Mayor Jerry but sows anarchy in doing so.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2026
Bonta said his office has sent letters to Bianco's agency over the last two months, echoing Weber's sentiment that his staff was not qualified to conduct a recount and that investigation sows distrust in elections.
—Matthew Rodriguez, CBS News, 25 Mar. 2026
This would precipitate more of the vitriol that sows seeds of division in our country.
—Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
Another member of the Brassica family, Martha sows cauliflower seeds at the same time as broccoli.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 7 Feb. 2026
Critics of federal agents wearing masks have argued the practice sows intimidation and undermines government accountability.
—Killian Baarlaer, Louisville Courier Journal, 5 Dec. 2025
San Diego families deserve guidance rooted in scientific evidence, not messaging that sows confusion and fear.
—Inna Fishman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Dec. 2025
From the outside, Laura could be loving, protective, overbearing, even intrusive — while Cherry sows doubt for hiding pieces of her past despite ostensibly adoring her new beau.
—Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 10 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sows
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The dishwasher sprays smaller amounts of water over a longer period while relying on soaking and efficient circulation rather than intense heat and pressure.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
28 May 2026
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The violent collision sprays a jet of electrons, positrons, and other particles down into a cloud at a random angle.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
6 May 2026
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Start seeds 6 to 8 weeks before the average last frost date for your area.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
4 May 2026
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Start seeds indoors 2-4 weeks before your last frost date in biodegradable pots to avoid disturbing roots when transplating outside.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 May 2026
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See what our founder plants in the shadow of her redwoods.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
29 May 2026
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Space plants 36 to 48 inches apart, setting two strong transplants on a hill or mound.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
23 May 2026
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Prepare to be dazzled from Warsaw’s highest viewing terrace atop Varso Tower, which proudly dots the skyline, before eating your way through the innovative food halls that define the coolest neighborhoods.—
Kasia Dietz,
Travel + Leisure,
13 May 2026
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Japanese linens top the bed, and designer furniture dots the living space.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
1 May 2026
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Competition breeds comparison, which could push you to prioritize whatever makes the organization look good relative to others, rather than the metrics that drive long-term sustainability.—
Brendan Keegan,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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The water grows stagnant and breeds mosquitoes.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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In honor of the Niners’ 80th season, the video takes us on a house tour through the decades that sprinkles their opponents’ objects in each room.—
Jayna Bardahl,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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Pastry chef Sahar Shomali, Kouzeh’s owner, sprinkles her version with black and white sesame seeds, cumin and fresh dill.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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“Sows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sows. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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