transplanting

present participle of transplant

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of transplanting Remember to harden off the seedlings for a week or two before transplanting to avoid transplant shock. Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Feb. 2026 There has been some recent success transplanting pig kidneys and hearts into people, but this is believed to be the first attempt to transplant a pig lung into a human. Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 25 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for transplanting
Verb
  • Rotating the pot a bit to encourage even growth is fine; hauling your ficus all over the house is not.
    Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2026
  • Since its launch, the company has diversified into logistics, fuel delivery, and transport, including hauling containers from Cuban ports to different provinces.
    Rick Jervis, USA Today, 1 July 2026
Verb
  • Prosecutors accused the group of transporting unaccompanied children between the ages of 5 and 13 from Juárez, Mexico, into the United States.
    Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026
  • Vintage wooden crates have practical uses beyond transporting food, games, and other picnic essentials.
    Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 1 July 2026
Verb
  • The most enduring legacy may be not only transferring wealth, but also transmitting a commitment to ensure that everyone has a place at the table.
    Martin Shenkman, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • Thompson is charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm as well as transmitting threatening interstate communications.
    Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 30 June 2026
Verb
  • Demonstrators express frustration Protesters marching through Johannesburg’s city center Tuesday included young men carrying traditional fighting sticks and women of all ages.
    Michelle Gumede, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
  • Dark figures were darting through the shadows—Germans were carrying sacks and pillows to their building.
    Vasily Grossman, Harpers Magazine, 30 June 2026
Verb
  • Arriving on July 17 through Mass Appeal, the project plays on one of his signature sayings while conveying his mindset at this stage in his personal and professional journey.
    Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 26 June 2026
  • These silences, heavy with sorrow, then adorn the beloved like precious jewels, conveying the idea that only a profound grief can beget such beauty.
    Krupa Shandilya, The Conversation, 25 June 2026
Verb
  • The company behind the transformation of downtown with the Power & Light District says relocating residents are drawn to the Lights’ amenities, like rooftop pools and exclusive events for residents, alongside the ability to live an urban lifestyle.
    Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026
  • However, strict immigration rules, the country’s geographic isolation, and the steep costs of relocating mean only wealthy Americans can realistically make the move.
    Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 2 July 2026
Verb
  • Regular care prevents yellowing by removing oils and buildup that dull fabrics over time.
    Quincy Bulin, Southern Living, 1 July 2026
  • Bart Jansen Trump called the court removing restrictions on political spending a victory for Republicans and free speech.
    Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 1 July 2026
Verb
  • Rodríguez Castro can be seen wearing a New York Yankees shirt, moving suggestively to driving percussive beats, punctuated by catchy, syncopated vocals.
    Romina Ruiz-Goiriena, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.
    STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 July 2026

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“Transplanting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/transplanting. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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