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noun

ˈmau̇ How to pronounce mow (audio)
Definition of mownext
as in frown
a twisting of the facial features in disgust or disapproval her mow suggested that she wasn't looking forward to a long evening of political speeches

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mow

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verb

ˈmō How to pronounce mow (audio)
1
as in to cut
to shorten the standing leafy plant cover of you really should mow the lawn before it gets much higher

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2
as in to fell
to bring down by cutting an afternoon spent mowing hay

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Recent Examples of mow
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They are known to ruin picnics, chase wandering children, and terrorize those who accidentally mow over a nest. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 13 Aug. 2026 Frank recommends mowing in the early morning or late evening to reduce the risk of damaging turf. — Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Aug. 2026 Start by mowing shorter than usual, then use a handheld spreader for even seed coverage. — Amanda Tust, Architectural Digest, 7 Aug. 2026 When mowing or landscaping, do not mow over sick or dead animals. — Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mow
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mow
  1. frown
  2. cut
  3. fell
  4. scowl
  5. shave
  6. demolish
  7. grimace
  8. trim
Noun
  • The late-night host teasingly drew his face into a frown in order to copy Washington’s facial expression.
    — Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Lee indulges that emotional ambiguity, the way the pedal steel can blur the distinction between a frown and a smile.
    — Grayson Haver Currin, Pitchfork, 20 July 2026
Definition of frown
Verb
  • Since it was designated the first national recreation area in 1964, hordes of visitors have cut Lake Mead’s glassy surface with jet skis and boats, carelessly dropping belongings that may now wash up on shore.
    — Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
  • First, prep your sandwich with any fillings, then place it into the cutter to cut and seal in one step.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of cut
Verb
  • Mixed Pro Doubles Recap Roos van Reek & Jack Munro stayed out of trouble and avoided the early knockout round upsets that be felled many of the other top seeds to claim the Mixed title and guarantee the double-double for themselves on the weekend.
    — Todd Boss, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • The storm felled trees and power lines and caused serious flooding that swept some 100 homes from their foundations on the Big Island, authorities said.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of fell
Noun
  • Every once in a while, the goddess Athena (Zendaya) will appear at Odysseus’ side to judge his actions, mostly by offering a scowl of disapproval, the sort of face a wife makes when her husband loads the dishwasher wrong.
    — Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 15 July 2026
  • His scowl in training sessions was permanent.
    — Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 1 June 2026
Definition of scowl
Verb
  • Mitchell would have needed to shave two shots from his score.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026
  • Samsung has successively shaved a few millimeters off every year, taking a leap last year with the Z Fold 7.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of shave
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  • Meanwhile, a Russian missile strike on a village in Ukraine’s northeastern Kharkiv region killed at least 10 people and wounded eight others as the barrage demolished homes, officials said Tuesday.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Next steps for the Excelsior Club The site was demolished in July after engineering assessments determined the building was unsalvageable.
    — Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of demolish
Noun
  • Back at the team bus, the high fives and handshakes wore grimaces.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 22 July 2026
  • He was knocked down by center Brayden Schenn on the final faceoff, then skated off the ice with a grimace.
    — Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 8 July 2026
Definition of grimace
Verb
  • Remove dense fuels, trim overhanging branches, and carefully plan your landscaping within 30 feet of homes.
    — Sarah Perkel, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
  • This relaxed-but-polished organic cotton sweater has a classic crew neckline and ribbed trimming to elevate the look.
    — Kaitlin Marks, Travel + Leisure, 20 Aug. 2026
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