sow
verb (used with object)
to scatter (seed) over land, earth, etc., for growth; plant.
sowed
Example Sentences
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Investors seemingly took issue with dovish signals that sowed doubt how quickly the BOJ will follow through with more rate increases.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026
It sowed the seed for the idea of a wobble board which could heighten core strength through muscle movement, training the body to learn healthy patterns which promote overall stability.
From BBC ● Apr. 14, 2026
The American Academy of Pediatrics called the order "historic and welcome," saying in a statement the changes had "sowed chaos and confusion for parents and pediatricians across the country."
From Barron's ● Mar. 16, 2026
Additionally, Paramount had sowed doubts about Netflix among lawmakers, regulators, Warner investors and ultimately the Warner board.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 27, 2026
From sunrise to sunset humans sowed seeds, watered plants, plucked weeds from the ground and led sheep to prime pastures.
From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari
