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Recent Examples of overgrow
The fairway, once groomed to unnatural perfection, is now overgrown with tall grass and wildflowers.
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Stephanie Hanes, Christian Science Monitor, 5 May 2025
Pityriasis versicolor: This fungal infection occurs when yeast overgrows on the skin.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Health, 4 Apr. 2025
At the time it was overgrown with weeds and brush and had at least one ranch where cattle were raised.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Apr. 2025
The dog had what looked to be a tumor growing from its leg, masses across the body and nails that were overgrown, the warrant affidavit said.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 19 Feb. 2025
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Stephanie Hanes, Christian Science Monitor, 5 May 2025
Pityriasis versicolor: This fungal infection occurs when yeast overgrows on the skin.
—Carrie Madormo, Rn, Health, 4 Apr. 2025
At the time it was overgrown with weeds and brush and had at least one ranch where cattle were raised.
—Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Apr. 2025
The dog had what looked to be a tumor growing from its leg, masses across the body and nails that were overgrown, the warrant affidavit said.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 19 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overgrow
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Copycat books that appear to have been written by AI and are attached to real authors who didn't write them have proliferated on Amazon and other platforms in recent years.—
Chloe Veltman,
NPR,
28 June 2025
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This usage has proliferated because companies want to avoid making forward-looking statements.—
Jerry Weissman,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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Overtime pay for corrections officers has also shot up over the last five years, according to Connecticut’s Open Payroll database.—
Emilia Otte,
Hartford Courant,
10 July 2025
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The soundtrack for KPop Demon Hunters has been shooting up the Billboard charts, debuting at No. 8 on the list, and it’s expected to rise from here.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2025
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Not to mention, New York’s crime rates and rising costs only compound the challenges for businesses trying to thrive.—
Mike Dunleavy,
New York Daily News,
14 July 2025
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As for Jovic, the challenge is staying healthy and carving out a consistent role in the Heat’s rotation after beginning last season as a starter, then being completely moved out of the rotation, and ultimately thriving in a sixth man role off the bench during the back half of the season.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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Active learners flourish as those who have learned fall behind.—
Chip Bell,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
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Thousands of varieties of orchids flourish in the greenhouse, while subtropical trees, palms, and low hedges highlight the property’s layout.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
11 July 2025
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Passengers also enjoyed high-end cabin service, though the short flight time meant there wasn’t a tremendous amount of luxuriating to be done over lunch.—
Zach Wichter,
USA Today,
26 June 2025
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The juxtaposition of bold architecture, bohemian aesthetics, and serene Moroccan landscaping creates an oasis where guests can luxuriate in nature.—
Karla Pope,
Architectural Digest,
19 June 2025
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“Overgrow.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overgrow. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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