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as in economy
careful management of material resources
in accordance with his practice of good husbandry, he never buys anything on credit
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as in farming
the science or occupation of cultivating the soil, producing crops, and raising livestock
a family of winemakers whose tradition of vineyard husbandry goes back several generations
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Recent Examples of husbandry
Church’s power For thousands of years, the Sámi population lived by hunting, fishing and reindeer husbandry along the northern edges of Scandinavia.
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Thomas A. Dubois, The Conversation, 27 June 2025
Some sources detail the practice of thrush husbandry—raising them in bulk for food—so their meat could be enjoyed by elites throughout the year.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 June 2025
To really get acquainted with the model, enthusiast groups are the best place to start learning the ins and outs of Godzilla husbandry.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 6 June 2025
Those most at risk of exposure are people directly involved with the daily care and husbandry of the birds.
—Karen Bartunek, The Arizona Republic, 25 Nov. 2024
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Thomas A. Dubois, The Conversation, 27 June 2025
Some sources detail the practice of thrush husbandry—raising them in bulk for food—so their meat could be enjoyed by elites throughout the year.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 13 June 2025
To really get acquainted with the model, enthusiast groups are the best place to start learning the ins and outs of Godzilla husbandry.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 6 June 2025
Those most at risk of exposure are people directly involved with the daily care and husbandry of the birds.
—Karen Bartunek, The Arizona Republic, 25 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for husbandry
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Trump is a man of many hats Immigration has become the dominant political issue in Britain, eclipsing concerns over a faltering economy, as the country faces a record number of asylum claims.—
Vitalii Yalahuzian,
USA Today,
14 Sep. 2025
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Added to that, the British economy is sluggish and loaded with debt, and Starmer’s chancellor of the exchequer, Rachel Reeves, has no obvious options for raising revenues in her November budget, having ruled out tax hikes on working people in the election campaign.—
Helen Lewis,
The Atlantic,
13 Sep. 2025
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The winery has also earned high praises for its regenerative farming practices under Vineyard Manager Greg Pennyroyal.—
Greg Mellen,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
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Even farmers in my home state of Iowa use it now for precision farming.—
Steve Grubbs,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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Daylight saving time is supposed to save energy, since during the warmer months the majority of people will be outside and not home, which saves energy.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Daylight saving time ends (slightly) earlier in 2025.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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In many areas, this marks the first hard freeze of the fall, which can have significant implications for agriculture and homeowners alike.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Sep. 2025
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Regions once reliant on agriculture or manufacturing are now training the next generation of technicians and attracting long-term investments that ripple throughout the broader economy.—
Wes Cummins,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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The company cites a rise in frugality triggered by an uncertain economy, and the return to restoring vintage furniture and decor.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Ken’yaku, a commitment to frugality, is detectable in a corporate culture that frowns on perks or frills.—
Lauren Collins,
New Yorker,
15 Sep. 2025
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The United Nations found that cocaine cultivation in Colombia increased every year from 2013 to 2023.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
16 Sep. 2025
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Cocaine production in Colombia has soared as the government takes a hands-off approach to coca cultivation, fueling a wave of violence across Latin America as cartels vie for control of trafficking routes.—
Jeronimo Gonzalez,
semafor.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Most thrift stores won't accept them due to concerns about bedbugs, allergens, and general hygiene.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Sep. 2025
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For uncovering great kids' items, thrift-store chain Goodwill says browsing themes, investing in classics, stocking up on essentials, and always keeping safety in mind.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Husbandry.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/husbandry. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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