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as in spraying
to cover by or as if by scattering something over or on
sow the fields with maize in early spring, and the crop should be ready by late summer
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2
as in planting
to put or set into the ground to grow
first sow the seeds in potting soil
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3
as in breeding
to set permanently in the consciousness or mind-set
a malicious neighbor who sowed within him nagging suspicions about his wife
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Recent Examples of sowing
In San Martin that day, a helicopter landed, unloading between 20 and 30 soldiers who entered a property and detained five people who had been sowing grass and tending to pastures, the complaint said.
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Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
Light After sowing your seedlings, place them in a location with bright, indirect sunlight.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 11 Mar. 2026
Starting Veggie Seeds Outdoors (Direct) Directly sowing vegetable seeds in garden beds saves time, but subjects germinating seeds to weather, pests, and soil inconsistencies.
—Marianne Willburn, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2026
Maintaining even soil moisture after sowing seeds promotes stronger germination.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
For some Houston voters, Tuesday’s primary was their third time casting ballots in a congressional race in four months, sowing confusion.
—Dallas Morning News, 4 Mar. 2026
Named for the Roman goddess of sowing seeds, the restaurant opens March 14, and its art isn’t limited to the cuisine.
—Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2026
My group Unleash Prosperity warned repeatedly during the Biden years that the auto industry was sowing the seeds of its own destruction by getting hooked on the fool’s profits of taxpayer handouts for EVs.
—Stephen Moore, Boston Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
Images of smoke rising over Guadalajara quickly circulated on social media, sowing doubts among some planning to travel to Mexico for the World Cup.
—Eduard Cauich, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2026
Eduardo Cuevas, USA Today, 25 Mar. 2026
Light After sowing your seedlings, place them in a location with bright, indirect sunlight.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 11 Mar. 2026
Starting Veggie Seeds Outdoors (Direct) Directly sowing vegetable seeds in garden beds saves time, but subjects germinating seeds to weather, pests, and soil inconsistencies.
—Marianne Willburn, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Mar. 2026
Maintaining even soil moisture after sowing seeds promotes stronger germination.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
For some Houston voters, Tuesday’s primary was their third time casting ballots in a congressional race in four months, sowing confusion.
—Dallas Morning News, 4 Mar. 2026
Named for the Roman goddess of sowing seeds, the restaurant opens March 14, and its art isn’t limited to the cuisine.
—Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2026
My group Unleash Prosperity warned repeatedly during the Biden years that the auto industry was sowing the seeds of its own destruction by getting hooked on the fool’s profits of taxpayer handouts for EVs.
—Stephen Moore, Boston Herald, 26 Feb. 2026
Images of smoke rising over Guadalajara quickly circulated on social media, sowing doubts among some planning to travel to Mexico for the World Cup.
—Eduard Cauich, Los Angeles Times, 25 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for sowing
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Stults recommends vacuuming first, wiping with a paper towel, then spraying and wiping with a cleaner.—
Alora Bopray,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Both experts suggest tackling odors with white vinegar, too, either while cleaning or spraying it in the air.—
Lori Keong,
Architectural Digest,
2 Apr. 2026
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Politicians planting universal child care programs in rocky soil shouldn’t expect a garden.—
Abby McCloskey,
Twin Cities,
29 Mar. 2026
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Others got their hands dirty by planting trees, painting murals or picking up trash along park trails.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Hop River Shepherds has been breeding Dutch and German Shepherds for over 25 years, with dozens of dogs successfully placed in sport, protection, service and active pet homes, according to Scott Beebe, owner and founder of the dog kennel.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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Scythia’s plants are its animals, and vice versa, blooming and breeding in alternate generations.—
Stephanie Burt,
New Yorker,
1 Apr. 2026
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Neutralize Trash Can Odors Cut odors from the kitchen trash by periodically sprinkling baking soda in as waste accumulates.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
15 Mar. 2026
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For instance, sprinkling cinnamon around entry points while also using a vinegar spray can help create a double barrier against ants attempting to infiltrate your home.—
Alexandra Kelly,
Martha Stewart,
13 Mar. 2026
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The Trail Blazers play five more games in the next 11 days, including a crucial April 10 matchup against the Los Angeles Clippers that will decide seeding for the Western Conference play-in.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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Rich Gonzalez, the meet director for the Arcadia Invitational, will begin seeding athletes this week.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Mar. 2026
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The mention of Good and Pretti in the lyrics triggered a roar from the crowd, already dotting the arena with phones lights.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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Depending on how late winter goes, the Meriden Daffodil Festival on May 2 and 3 may not be bursting with fresh daffodils dotting the historic Hubbard Park.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
29 Mar. 2026
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