watering

Example Sentences

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“We’ve been fertilizing and watering them pretty heavy,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

To these flowers, you are simply “a clumsy pseudo-fungus carrying a mineral-rich watering can.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Cindy Kielty, who is board president of her homeowners association in St. Charles, Mo., said the association might cut back on services like watering grass to keep its costs down.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

BMA resident doctor committee chair Dr Jack Fletcher accused the government of watering down elements of the deal at the last minute.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

Jomo turned back to his watering, humming tunelessly.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie