fertilizer
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Higher fertilizer prices from the war in Iran will hurt some U.S. farmers more than others, depending on where they are located and if they bought supplies ahead of the recent cost increase, analysts say.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
The American Farm Bureau Federation says only 19% of farmers in the southern states—ranging from Virginia to Texas—prebooked their fertilizer needs ahead of this planting season, versus 67% in the Midwestern region.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026
He also pointed to fertilizer -- derived from petroleum products -- being "almost a system risk," as shortages could lead to higher food prices and thus inflation.
From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026
The researchers believe the MCCPs they detected in Oklahoma likely originated from nearby fields where this type of fertilizer had been applied.
From Science Daily • Apr. 11, 2026
“I mean—the fertilizer in the mail slot. It was supposed to be dinosaur poop.”
From "Linked" by Gordon Korman
Vocabulary lists containing fertilizer
Dirty Words: The Language of Gardening
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
South America - Middle School
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
South America - Introductory
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
