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as in kids
a young person who is between infancy and adulthood
he earned the admiration of the neighborhood sprouts when he showed them how to make a slingshot
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as in limbs
a branch of a main stem especially of a plant
the raspberry bushes began sending out sprouts in early spring
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Recent Examples of sprouts
Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2026
By late February/early March, sow cole crops such as broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, and kale.
—Holly McNamara, Hartford Courant, 7 Mar. 2026
Using a slotted spoon, carefully drop the Brussels sprouts into the hot oil.
—C.w. Cameron, AJC.com, 7 Mar. 2026
Crispy, salty, and garlicky, these Brussels sprouts make a great side with any Easter menu.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
Include at least one high-fiber non-starchy vegetable, such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, collard greens, or cauliflower.
—Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2026
According to the National Park Service, many of their sprouts have not even flowered yet, so the fleeting beauty is just beginning.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 5 Mar. 2026
Appetizers cost $10 to $12, including a mix of shrimp and seasonal vegetable tempura with tosazu and the sweet and chili Brussels sprouts.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Hearty slaws are built on a foundation of shredded crucifers, brassicas and root vegetables — think cabbages, kales, broccoli, carrots and Brussels sprouts.
—Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Noun
Harvest Winter Crops Brussels sprouts, kale, leeks, winter cabbages, and other cold-hardy crops may survive winters in mild climates and keep growing until spring.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Mar. 2026
By late February/early March, sow cole crops such as broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, and kale.
—Holly McNamara, Hartford Courant, 7 Mar. 2026
Using a slotted spoon, carefully drop the Brussels sprouts into the hot oil.
—C.w. Cameron, AJC.com, 7 Mar. 2026
Crispy, salty, and garlicky, these Brussels sprouts make a great side with any Easter menu.
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 6 Mar. 2026
Include at least one high-fiber non-starchy vegetable, such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, collard greens, or cauliflower.
—Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2026
According to the National Park Service, many of their sprouts have not even flowered yet, so the fleeting beauty is just beginning.
—Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 5 Mar. 2026
Appetizers cost $10 to $12, including a mix of shrimp and seasonal vegetable tempura with tosazu and the sweet and chili Brussels sprouts.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Hearty slaws are built on a foundation of shredded crucifers, brassicas and root vegetables — think cabbages, kales, broccoli, carrots and Brussels sprouts.
—Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sprouts
Noun
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Rosenthal believes stories about kids feeling nervous or afraid to try new things connect with both children and adults.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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Their potential — with the right education, nurtured by parents who are determined to give their kids a shot at the American dream — is just as limitless as any other student in this nation’s public schools.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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During a recent 36-hour blackout, a group of men cooked a large pot over burning tree limbs on the sidewalk of one of Havana’s main stately avenues.—
Patrick Oppmann,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
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Scrape the bark down the limbs and trunk.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 Mar. 2026
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Minibars feature a custom bourbon blend from local distillery Jacob Rieger & Company, a thoughtful touch that roots the experience in Missouri.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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Louisiana dirty rice is a tasty meat-and-rice dish that roots its flavor in aromatic Cajun seasoning and the holy trinity vegetables.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
12 Jan. 2026
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Rosenthal believes stories about kids feeling nervous or afraid to try new things connect with both children and adults.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
13 Mar. 2026
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The organization is working with the Illinois Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance as well as Soccer Gear for Zambia so children locally and overseas benefit from the donations.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2026
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When the new shoots appear, prune away all of them except the two most graceful.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
8 Mar. 2026
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Green shoots are starting to appear thanks to Bath & Body Works’ new strategy, but growth won’t return until at least 2027, according to chief executive officer Daniel Heaf.—
Kathryn Hopkins,
Footwear News,
4 Mar. 2026
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The skin ripens to bright yellow with green stripes, and the flesh has a pink hue.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
3 Feb. 2026
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The fruit ripens reliably, which leads to wines that feel generous and fruit driven without being jammy.—
Emily Price,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Once March arrives, certain plants have already set their blooms for the upcoming flowering season, meaning pruning too early can remove those buds.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
11 Mar. 2026
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Last year the buds got off to a late start as well, also reaching Stage 1 on March 11.—
Jason Samenow,
Washington Post,
11 Mar. 2026
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All types of roses, except climbing varieties, can be pruned to remove long canes, dead or declining portions and twiggy growths.—
Tom MacCubbin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 Feb. 2026
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Doctors opened her abdomen from her breastbone down, looking for more growths.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Sprouts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sprouts. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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