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as in groups
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
the school's latest crop of graduates is its most academically gifted so far
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as in grows
to look after or assist the growth of by labor and care
a family that's been cropping potatoes on that piece of land for generations
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as in shaves
to make (something) shorter or smaller with the use of a cutting instrument
grass cropped short by repeated grazing cropped the painting to fit the frame
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Verb
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Next, this tooth-lens is surgically embedded into the patient's cheek for about three months, during which time a layer of tissue grows around it.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
11 Mar. 2025 -
As your businesses grows and evolves, by regularly updating the plan keeps you adaptable and competitive.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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By fostering an environment where team members feel valued and heard, Tesla cultivates a culture of accountability and excellence.—
Wayne Yu,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Leaders must communicate a compelling vision that not only draws in top talent, but also cultivates a workplace culture that supports long-term engagement.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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Below is the full list of artists and bands announced, sorted alphabetically, by day.—
Natalia Cano,
Billboard,
14 Mar. 2025
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An important part of the conversation is touring bands.—
Stephen Thomas Erlewine,
Rolling Stone,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Crops.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crops. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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