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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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Recent Examples of crops
Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 25 Apr. 2026
Trellis vining crops to save space and prevent diseases.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
In the case of traditional knowledge, patent expansions often allow Western corporations to patent farming techniques and crops that were developed in other parts of the world.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Apr. 2026
Back at Schober's Orchards, Hurff says the drought could impact not only the peach and apple trees but crops as well.
—Ryan Hughes, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
The primary sources of nitrates in groundwater are from livestock manure and other nitrogen-rich fertilizers placed on crops by farmers and ranchers, experts said.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
Gotland is one of the driest places in Sweden, so the hotel also collects all its rainwater to irrigate its crops, fill the natural swimming pool and be used for flushing toilets and showers, using a complex water recycling system.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
These bees rarely sting and play a crucial role in pollination, especially for early-season crops and wildflowers.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
In rural Lowell at the south end of the region, farmers were getting ready recently to plant crops.
—Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2026
Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 14 Apr. 2026
When a user uploads a photo, the algorithm locates the bee, crops the image and compares it to our database.
—Kansas City Star, 14 Nov. 2025
Noun
Just remember to harvest cold-sensitive crops before frost, or move potted plants indoors for the winter.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 25 Apr. 2026
Trellis vining crops to save space and prevent diseases.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
In the case of traditional knowledge, patent expansions often allow Western corporations to patent farming techniques and crops that were developed in other parts of the world.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 24 Apr. 2026
Back at Schober's Orchards, Hurff says the drought could impact not only the peach and apple trees but crops as well.
—Ryan Hughes, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
The primary sources of nitrates in groundwater are from livestock manure and other nitrogen-rich fertilizers placed on crops by farmers and ranchers, experts said.
—Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
Gotland is one of the driest places in Sweden, so the hotel also collects all its rainwater to irrigate its crops, fill the natural swimming pool and be used for flushing toilets and showers, using a complex water recycling system.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
These bees rarely sting and play a crucial role in pollination, especially for early-season crops and wildflowers.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
In rural Lowell at the south end of the region, farmers were getting ready recently to plant crops.
—Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 11 Apr. 2026
Verb
On the downside, using the camera at 4K noticeably crops the lens view.
—Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 14 Apr. 2026
When a user uploads a photo, the algorithm locates the bee, crops the image and compares it to our database.
—Kansas City Star, 14 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for crops
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Fruit trees aren't just for fresh, homegrown harvests—many varieties also provide plenty of shade, creating a cooler environment around your home.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
24 Apr. 2026
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Crowded plants compete for nutrients, leading to poor growth and smaller harvests.—
Nadia Hassani,
The Spruce,
23 Apr. 2026
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This renovated historic home was designed by Samuel Masters and features six bedrooms with four full bathrooms; ideal for groups and families.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
24 Apr. 2026
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The company operates on behalf of Iran’s Armed Forces General Staff, using a network of intermediaries and vessels to move sanctioned crude, with proceeds helping fund the country’s military programs and regional proxy groups.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Continuing down this path only increases uncertainty, undermines long-term infrastructure planning and grows the national debt.—
Andrew Stasiowski,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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As their mutual competitiveness grows shockingly ugly, Niall learns to turn Ruben’s Samsonian strength and fury against him, knocking down the pillars of Ruben’s own life.—
Inkoo Kang,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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The decision to move elections to November shaves several months off the existing terms of the mayor, vice mayor and commissioners.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
22 Apr. 2026
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For beard trims and shaves, go to Pisterzi in Soho.—
The Editors,
Curbed,
16 Apr. 2026
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When in a forest, stay in proximity to shorter tree groupings.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Apr. 2026
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Twenty of the panels were accumulators with the same design, so the students started with these, then worked through smaller groupings of panels.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
30 Apr. 2026
Verb
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This open-mindedness naturally cultivates a more constructive atmosphere, as curiosity encourages exploration and discovery rather than stagnation or resistance.—
Rebecca Ahmed,
Big Think,
22 Apr. 2026
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Exposure to museums, live performances and visual arts connects youngsters to the cultural community and cultivates future creatives.—
U T Readers,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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The third round of voting trims the field to four restaurants.—
Susan Stapleton,
Des Moines Register,
25 Mar. 2026
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The Yale Repertory Theatre is using a 2019 adaptation by Frank Galati, which takes the standard Derek Prouse translation which has been around nearly as long as Ionesco original French script and trims it judiciously for maximum theatrical impact.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
18 Mar. 2026
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Moore signs legislation in batches, and the bill on chicken houses was not included in his first batch earlier this month.—
Christine Condon,
Baltimore Sun,
25 Apr. 2026
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The 42,644 students entering the program will receive their notices in batches from April 22 to April 24, according to the comptroller's office.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Crops.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crops. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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