sow
verb (used with object)
to scatter (seed) over land, earth, etc., for growth; plant.
have sown
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present perfectof sow.present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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We have trained sloth and docility and are reaping what we have sown.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026
“I have sown seeds but the ground is dry due to scanty rainfall and now we have shortage of supply from Cauvery river,” said S. Kumar, a 48-year-old farmer in the state’s district of Pudukkottai.
From Reuters ● Sep. 29, 2023
Its actions since then have sown havoc in the banking sector and now threaten the whole economy.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 22, 2023
“They have sown a lot of confusion,” said VanMeter.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 26, 2022
Now that you have sown your wild oats, I want you to come here and take your position as my heir.
From The Pagan's Cup by Fergus Hume
