musk thistle
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of musk thistle
First recorded in 1725–35
Example Sentences
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There are several herbicides labeled for use on musk thistle.
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The burn doesn't kill the musk thistle; it stimulates warm-season grasses that help prevent the musk thistle from becoming established.
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Eventually everyone with land has to deal with musk thistle.
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One timely application can control buttercup and musk thistle.
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Also, I know I was being facetious about that whole musk thistle thing, but hiking with them does sound fun.
From "From Twinkle, with Love" by Sandhya Menon
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