verb
COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES
seeds germinate (= start to grow )
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The seeds should start to germinate after a few days.
COLLOCATIONS FROM CORPUS
■ NOUN
seed
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If it ends up in a bark crevice, the seed may germinate and penetrate the tree.
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Some aquatic plants develop seeds which germinate immediately after maturing.
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For example, conditions necessary for seeds to germinate were often studied in much the same way by successive age groups.
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Relatively large seeds germinate immediately after ripening.
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When seeds start to germinate , tray may be brought into gentle heat.
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The seeds of self-doubt germinate easily in such sad soil, and flourish in such desolate climates.
EXAMPLES FROM OTHER ENTRIES
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Most seeds germinate best between 85 and 95 degrees Fahrenheit.
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The idea of forming a business partnership began to germinate in his mind.
EXAMPLES FROM CORPUS
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Because polyanthus are more difficult to germinate , start them off in seed trays or pots in a greenhouse or cold frame.
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Most nurseries write off one in 10 plants, for failing to germinate , thrive or being destroyed by pests.
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Relatively large seeds germinate immediately after ripening.
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Seeds are formed readily and germinate satisfactorily.
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Some aquatic plants develop seeds which germinate immediately after maturing.
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The spores do germinate , go through a few perfunctory cell divisions, then give up the ghost.
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Under these conditions many will germinate successfully.