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lawns

noun

plural of lawn

as in grasses

an area of ground (such as the ground around a house or in a garden or park) that is covered with short grass We had a picnic on the lawn in front of the monument. a neighborhood with well-kept lawns

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Recent Examples of lawns Water quality and degradation of lawns or golf courses are also common. — Mark Vrtiska, The Conversation, 30 July 2026 The emerald green lawns of cheaters now abut the crispy brown grass of the rule-followers — defiance that’s visible for all to see. — Annie Gowen, Washington Post, 29 July 2026 Its lawns, pathways, playgrounds and sports facilities are used by local residents throughout the year. — David Nikel, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 The cheeky duo is accompanied by weather-resistant flowers and a welcome sign, making an adorable addition to flower beds, porches, lawns, patios, walkways, courtyards, potted plants, and more. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 July 2026 Milkweed tends to thrive in transitional areas, such as fallow fields, unkempt lawns, and the edges of highways. — Vann R. Newkirk Ii, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026 The popular giant skeleton that towers over people’s lawns has made its seasonal return to The Home Depot. — Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 27 July 2026 Some are recycling wastewater and limiting when people can water their lawns, while others are desalinating ocean water. — Swasti Singhai, USA Today, 26 July 2026 Residents mowed their lawns even as streets filled up with water. — ABC News, 23 July 2026

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Most gardens naturally have crevices that many plants will gladly make home like; Sedum, succulents, various grasses (like Emerald' zoysia grass here), creeping thyme, Rupturwort, New Zealand Brass Buttons, and various mosses.

— Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 6 May 2026
Ornamental grasses add texture and movement Muhly grass and fountain grass bring a different kind of beauty to summer landscapes.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026

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The pattern references Gawthorpe Hall (the historic country house on whose grounds Burnley’s training base is located) and the lettering is based on our old programmes.

— Matt Slater, New York Times, 31 July 2026
Curated by LaGuardia Design Group, the park-like grounds are adorned with mature specimen trees and dense hedging.

— Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 31 July 2026

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