RESEED Synonyms: 15 Similar and Opposite Words

reseed

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Definition of reseed

as in to overseed

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Recent Examples of reseed Hoary vervain makes an excellent addition to pollinator plantings and cottage gardens, where plants occasionally reseed. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 20 Aug. 2026 There is no harm in leaving some dead plants in the garden if they are not contaminated by pests and diseases and won’t reseed. — Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 8 Aug. 2026 To reseed your yard, or seed a new lawn, remove all existing grass and weeds at the root with a sod cutter. — Amanda Tust, Architectural Digest, 7 Aug. 2026 Even efforts to reseed native flora likely wouldn’t include goldenweed, Ertter said. — Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for reseed

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If areas of the lawn do not show signs of recovery, make plans to overseed those sections.

— Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 21 Aug. 2026
Feldman adds that homeowners should overseed thin areas to reduce open spaces where weeds can take hold.

— Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 26 Apr. 2026

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To do this, simply dig up the entire plant clump, separate or cut the roots into smaller sections, and replant them immediately.

— Rachel Silva, Martha Stewart, 11 June 2026
Finishing the designs and obtaining the permits needed from various local, state and federal agencies for dredging, grading and replanting the lagoon will take three or four more years, Smith said.

— Phil Diehl, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2026

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