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Child upbringingPlay
Refers to nurturing children, more than just physical care, implying emotional support. SlideDespite hardships, she reared on her children with great love and dedication.
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Plant growthPlay
Involves fostering plant life, often used by gardeners and farmers. SlideHe successfully reared on rare orchids in his greenhouse.
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May be less commonly used in some English dialects; 'raise' is more universally understood. SlideShe wasn't sure if her friends would understand 'rear on her kids' since it wasn't common in her country.