noun
Etymology
Origin of gardening
Example Sentences
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Nix told jurors she was busy gardening on the afternoon of 6 June 1978 when she "heard screaming from downstairs" and ran to the bathroom.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
“Outside, the expansive property offers room to unwind and enjoy existing patios, pool, and grounds for recreation, gardening, and family fun,” the listing adds.
From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026
When I tell The Dog my gardening ambition, she cocks her head to one side.
From Salon • May 9, 2026
So she traded the Instagram-worthy, slime-making and sensory bucket activities that required hours of prep and started enlisting her kids’ help with household chores and gardening.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
Meanwhile Dad'd come round from the greenhouse all togged out in his gardening gear.
From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell
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