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
Temperatures are trending upward across Northern California, which may start drying out lawns across the region.
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Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Eco-Friendly Tapestry lawns typically feature a variety of plant species that attract pollinators, birds, and other wildlife to the garden.
—Lauren Wellbank, Martha Stewart, 16 Mar. 2026
These buffer strips don’t have to be mowed like traditional lawns, and the only maintenance required is to pull out invasive or woody plant species.
—Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 15 Mar. 2026
For one thing, the landscape is barren, the trees have yet to blossom and the lawns are all brown.
—Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026
Now is the time to apply a spring fertilizer application to all but zoysia and centipede lawns.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2026
For those looking to spend time outdoors, the 50,000-square-foot Lake Nona Sculpture Garden blends art and nature across landscaped lawns and walking paths dotted with large-scale sculptures.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026
These nutrients, along with nitrogen, are essential for healthy lawns.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2026
Overgrown, Patchy Lawn Overgrown or patchy lawns can instantly signal neglect and negatively impact the rest of the home's architecture, Evgenia Ermolaeva, the founder and interior designer at ED Interior, says.
—Jane Kim, The Spruce, 11 Mar. 2026
Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 17 Mar. 2026
Eco-Friendly Tapestry lawns typically feature a variety of plant species that attract pollinators, birds, and other wildlife to the garden.
—Lauren Wellbank, Martha Stewart, 16 Mar. 2026
These buffer strips don’t have to be mowed like traditional lawns, and the only maintenance required is to pull out invasive or woody plant species.
—Markis Hill, Kansas City Star, 15 Mar. 2026
For one thing, the landscape is barren, the trees have yet to blossom and the lawns are all brown.
—Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2026
Now is the time to apply a spring fertilizer application to all but zoysia and centipede lawns.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 Mar. 2026
For those looking to spend time outdoors, the 50,000-square-foot Lake Nona Sculpture Garden blends art and nature across landscaped lawns and walking paths dotted with large-scale sculptures.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026
These nutrients, along with nitrogen, are essential for healthy lawns.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2026
Overgrown, Patchy Lawn Overgrown or patchy lawns can instantly signal neglect and negatively impact the rest of the home's architecture, Evgenia Ermolaeva, the founder and interior designer at ED Interior, says.
—Jane Kim, The Spruce, 11 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lawns
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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
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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
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For something more expansive, JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa spreads across 45 acres of grounds with multiple pools, lazy rivers, and golf courses.—
Sophie Morgan,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Mar. 2026
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In addition to gorgeous grounds, guests will be able to enjoy fine vintages on site at the D'vine Wine Gallery—interestingly, D'vine is self-serve.—
Teaghan Skulszki,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Lawns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lawns. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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