mowing
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In many neighborhoods with homeowners associations, the rising cost of something as simple as mowing the lawn is showing up in residents’ monthly bills.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 12, 2026
Former Carson councilwoman aide alleges he was fired for refusing to spy for her and complaining about non-city duties, including mowing her lawn.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026
Soon after, Ernesto was mowing the lawn at his house when he fell down.
From Slate • Jan. 27, 2026
They include brisk walking, riding a bike, playing tennis, dancing, hiking or mowing the lawn.
From BBC • Jan. 20, 2026
On the grass banks above the lawns the gardener started his mowing machine.
From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier
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