potted

Example Sentences

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That red was potted, but, out of position, Higgins then missed the following black, although it did not prove crucial as he sealed an incredible victory, having trailed 8-3 and 9-4.

From BBC • Apr. 27, 2026

In one corner, Biles and Owens have added a potted plant to inject some greenery into the room, while floor-to-ceiling curtains hang over the sliding walls of glass.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

And it also shined a spotlight on Gabbard’s effectiveness in her position, since she basically serves the function of a potted plant.

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026

There were no potted histories, no schematic definition of concepts, no leading questions to wake up sleepy students.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026

It had no name over its door and its window was empty save for a potted fern and a half curtain of brown linen run on brass rods along the back of it.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith