watering can

Definition of watering cannext

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Recent Examples of watering can Inconsistent watering can lead to stunted or bitter fruit and slower production. Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 18 June 2026 Daily watering can cause overwatering, or if only a small amount of water is delivered, the plants will develop shallow root systems. Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 9 June 2026 No matter what age, anyone can handle the watering can, and a hose with running water is usually too tempting for kids to ignore. Jamie Siebrase, Denver Post, 20 May 2026 Lightweight tools with cushioned grips reduce stress on the wrists and shoulders, while simpler adjustments – such as using a hose instead of repeatedly lifting a watering can – can significantly reduce physical load over time. Dr. Kęstutis Braziulis, USA Today, 17 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for watering can
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Noun
  • Track your plant’s water supply meticulously with a clear, self-watering pot.
    Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2025
  • If the top few inches of soil are still wet, put down the watering pot.
    Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The dome traps high pressure into one place, like a lid on a kettle.
    Eric Lyons, CBS News, 29 June 2026
  • That is how the kettle grill was born, according to Weber’s website.
    Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2026

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“Watering can.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/watering%20can. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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