crofts

Definition of croftsnext
plural of croft, chiefly British

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for crofts
Noun
  • That bacteria lives naturally in the gastrointestinal and reproductive tracts of chickens, said Kimberly Baker, associate extension specialist at Clemson University.
    ABC News, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Some religious tracts and pamphlets had been sent by radio preachers after Mama or Daddy had mailed them a dollar.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The parade is part of a three-day New Year celebration set in the Lanexang Village, a Laotian neighborhood near New Iberia with hundreds of families near the Buddhist temple grounds of Wat Thammarattanaram.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 Apr. 2026
  • The parade is part of a three-day New Year celebration set in the Lanxang Village, a Laotian neighborhood near New Iberia with hundreds of families, and near the Buddhist temple grounds of Wat Thammarattanaram.
    ABC News, ABC News, 4 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The family also owned coffee plantations, a rice mill and a private bank that financed the family’s operations.
    Sarah Moreno Updated April 1, Miami Herald, 1 Apr. 2026
  • Billy hails from a herd in Malaysia that was culled to clear land for palm and rubber plantations, according to the zoo.
    Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • Alternatives And Additional Tips While spring is the best time to plant warm-season grasses, consider fall as an alternative for cool-season grass species.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2026
  • Unlike warm-season grasses, cool-season grass seed is commonly used for overseeding and starting a new lawn.
    Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • This year’s lie detector session will take place at Gothenburg – Nordstan from January 16 to 18 and at Olof Palmes plats from January 24 to 26.
    Zac Ntim, Deadline, 12 Jan. 2026
Noun
  • Let alone seek revenge by annexing the manors of your enemies.
    Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 4 Feb. 2026
  • Virginia‘s countryside is dotted with traditional farmhouses and manors, but one in the foothills of the Southwest Mountains has been given a contemporary twist by a New York architect.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The unit made 376 arrests, issued 128 outreach referrals, conducted 76 camp clearings and completed 18 business inspections.
    Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 31 Mar. 2026
  • During clearings, city officials said outreach services to connect individuals to housing and mental health resources will persist.
    Caroline Silva, AJC.com, 7 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • When applied thoughtfully, organic methods can support productive gardens while protecting the broader environment.
    Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2026
  • Loggias and sunlit patios extend into more than two acres of landscaped grounds, complete with a pool, spa, and mature gardens.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 3 Apr. 2026
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“Crofts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crofts. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.

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