sow
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"The main reasons for this are the slow pace of efforts to reshape our business structure from a medium- to long-term perspective, as well as to sow the seeds for future growth," he said.
From Barron's • May 8, 2026
"If you sow doubt about your commitment every day, you drain it of its substance."
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
The suit also alleges that “the sheriff’s misguided investigation threatens to sow distrust and jeopardize public confidence in the upcoming primary and general elections, not just in Riverside County but around the state.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026
Police are struggling to contain illegal car rallies they say are designed to sow chaos.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026
“There is nothing sweet. I will sow salt, lest the bitter weeds grow.”
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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