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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
The questions surrounding Holloway’s final moments captured the attention of the entire country for days, weeks and years after her death – dominating the 24/7 news cycle, inspiring dozens of books and documentaries, and helping to germinate America’s obsession with true crime.
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Karissa Waddick, USA TODAY, 12 Mar. 2025
These nutrients fuel grass growth, reduce patchy spots, and help seeds germinate and root faster.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2025
Damp environments and excess humidity can cause seeds to rot or germinate prematurely.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2025
When these spores germinate, the bacteria eat away at the plastic, causing it to self-destruct.
—Michael Dennis, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
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Karissa Waddick, USA TODAY, 12 Mar. 2025
These nutrients fuel grass growth, reduce patchy spots, and help seeds germinate and root faster.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2025
Damp environments and excess humidity can cause seeds to rot or germinate prematurely.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2025
When these spores germinate, the bacteria eat away at the plastic, causing it to self-destruct.
—Michael Dennis, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for germinate
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The six-person crew emerged from a staging hanger around 8:00 a.m. CDT with family and friends lining a small pathway, cheering and giving high-fives as the crew made their way to the launch site.—
Kevin Shalvey,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2025
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Several new details emerged from the digital analysis, many of them corroborating passenger accounts, BBC News reported.—
Theresa Braine,
New York Daily News,
14 Apr. 2025
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Ars Video That model was based on how lithium ions propagate through a battery's electrodes, akin to how caffeine molecules dissolve from coffee grounds.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
8 Apr. 2025
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And Verification: Today, misinformation propagates at lightning speed.—
Daniel Lotzof,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Its battery lasts all day, and the AI features, while still evolving, are enjoyable to explore.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
18 Apr. 2025
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Found in a water tank, this new species lives underground and might still be evolving towards a fully subterranean life.—
Stories by Real-Time news team, with AI summarization,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2025
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The work relied on the seismometer network’s observations of more than 200 earthquakes, each of which produced multiple types of seismic waves.—
Meghan Bartels,
Scientific American,
17 Apr. 2025
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Missouri’s Luther Burden III — Burden, who produced 2,263 yards and scored 21 touchdowns in his three collegiate seasons, is a dynamic presence when in open space.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
17 Apr. 2025
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Ortega said balances grew during the pandemic as workers — and the rest of America — weren’t able to travel as easily for vacation.—
Melody Gutierrez,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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This tree definitely has a flair for the dramatic, performing well throughout the South, displaying flowers up to 1 foot wide, growing as tall as 80 feet (depending on selection), featuring glossy evergreen foliage, and exuding a captivating scent that draws your attention.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2025
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“Germinate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/germinate. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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