Example Sentences
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Wall Street loves an ugly portmanteau, or jamming together of two words in a way that sows confusion, followed closely by dislike.
From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026
As with all commodities, success sows the seeds of its own destruction—even if AI hopes are fulfilled.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
He sows chaos even when he clearly doesn’t mean the things he says.
From Slate • Mar. 6, 2026
They relish conflict, but conflict drives away potential allies, sows chaos, and can often grind the gears of their agenda.
From Salon • Nov. 15, 2024
For example, when a farmer sows seeds densely in a garden, there is intense competition among the seeds.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
