went to seed

phrase

variants or ran to seed
past tense of go to seed

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for went to seed
fell apart
Phrase
  • The deal fell apart when the developer could not provide legitimate proof of funds.
    — Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026
  • With a picturesque ocean view, the engagement Hayley Lugo had dreamed of for years nearly fell apart when an angry woman started shouting racial slurs at the couple on Friday at Laguna Beach's Crescent Bay Point Park.
    — Kati Weis, CBS News, 6 Oct. 2026
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“Went to seed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/went%20to%20seed. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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