artificial turf
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of artificial turf
First recorded in 1960–65
Example Sentences
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Some families also install full batting cages—ranging from low-end models for $150 to elaborate versions with artificial turf meant to be permanent structures.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 4, 2026
His attorneys said the blast melted decorative lighting on his balcony, charred the railing and melted sections of artificial turf.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026
A little more than a year ago, Boise, Idaho, was known as a charming city boasting a tree-lined river greenbelt and a college football stadium with bright blue artificial turf.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 3, 2026
The Tartans' only game in Scotland was played at Glasgow's Braehead Arena in April on artificial turf that kept rising up off the surface underneath.
From BBC ● Jun. 16, 2026
About a third of the homes have ridiculously green artificial turf.
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
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