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as in to propagate
to cause (something, as a seed) to grow
She began by reading up on the best ways to germinate apple seeds.
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Recent Examples of germinate
Plants that are native to cold areas, like boneset and milkweed, germinate best when their seeds are cold stratified around January to February.
8 to 10 Weeks Before Last Frost
Celery, leeks, eggplants, peppers, and flowers like snapdragons also grow relatively slowly.
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2025
In the European tradition, that is typically done by letting the grains germinate just enough to create an enzyme that will start the conversion, a step called malting.
—Clay Risen, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
The seeds germinate in spring, then sprout to lie flat on the water like ribbons during their floating-leaf stage.
—Madeline Heim, Journal Sentinel, 4 Dec. 2024
Better yet, dedicate time to managing your lawn and fewer weeds will germinate in the first place.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2024
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2025
In the European tradition, that is typically done by letting the grains germinate just enough to create an enzyme that will start the conversion, a step called malting.
—Clay Risen, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
The seeds germinate in spring, then sprout to lie flat on the water like ribbons during their floating-leaf stage.
—Madeline Heim, Journal Sentinel, 4 Dec. 2024
Better yet, dedicate time to managing your lawn and fewer weeds will germinate in the first place.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for germinate
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The production also showcases emerging talents, including young Lucas Heymanns, who delivers a standout performance as Gordo, a drug trafficker and one of the series’ breakout revelations.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
20 Jan. 2025
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As those factors emerged, NBA front-office sources remained steadfast that Flagg was the No. 1 pick.—
Sam Vecenie,
The Athletic,
20 Jan. 2025
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Although plants can technically be propagated in other seasons, the best time to propagate prayer plants is in spring to early summer.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Jan. 2025
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Trump's administration could use bitcoin mining dominance to propagate a framework that aligns with U.S. geopolitical goals.—
Susie Violet Ward,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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The Growing Problem Of Identity Fraud In FinTech Identity fraud has evolved dramatically.—
Rob Heidenreich,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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As technology advanced and viewer habits evolved, the company would continue to make significant changes to its data collection and processing procedures.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
24 Jan. 2025
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Returning recipients include Midway Contemporary Art in Minneapolis, which commissions work from artists and supplies them with the space and resources to produce it, and Houston’s DiverseWorks, which supports experimental performance.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
23 Jan. 2025
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China’s flourishing petrochemicals industry, producing plastics and other industrial products, feeds on oil.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN,
23 Jan. 2025
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Atwater’s grandfather grew mangoes, watermelon and peas on the lot during Atwater’s childhood.—
Ben Wieder,
Miami Herald,
26 Jan. 2025
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Flagg’s legend is only growing ahead of his likely jump to the NBA.—
Ryan Gaydos,
Fox News,
26 Jan. 2025
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