Definition of aboundnext
as in to burst
to be copiously supplied a city that abounds with art museums and private galleries

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Recent Examples of abound Wall art also abounds at charity shops, so look for pictures that blend with your theme, making sure the frame packs a decorating punch as well. Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2026 Speculation has abounded online that two of the moms included in said group are Mandy Moore and Hilary Duff, which French’s reps have denied, of course. Emma Specter, Vogue, 6 Jan. 2026 Taurus April 20 – May 20 Hope abounds throughout the day! Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Jan. 2026 April 20 – May 20 Hope abounds throughout the day! Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for abound
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  • By the time Aubry came back for season 38, her head was swirling from her time in the reality television bubble, and her psyche was ready to burst.
    Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 30 Jan. 2026
  • Still, my pick is Astropical by the power duo Bomba Estéreo and Rawayana — a cosmic-tropical oasis bursting with vibrant sonic textures that feel both exhilarating and otherworldly.
    Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2026
Verb
  • Nothing today felt like play, yesterday my phone will be buzzing with messages, a child was used as bait, ICE is sending out flyers offering food support to families, don’t take the bait.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 Jan. 2026
  • The star and director visited the IndieWire Studio, presented by Dropbox the morning after their massive world premiere at Sundance‘s Eccles Theater on Friday night, and were still buzzing from the event.
    Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 26 Jan. 2026
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  • The Fire Department said that resources after the incident were delayed due to the size of the teeming crowd near the Wilshire Federal Building.
    Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 12 Jan. 2026
  • Her custom look in yellow crepe georgette felt fresh and modern and rightly stood out in a night teeming in black gowns and tuxedo interpretations.
    Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 9 Jan. 2026
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  • The surrounding metropolitan area has similarly bulged.
    Chadd Scott, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
  • The workshop was a leather Pouch, bulging with what a child can win.
    Sean Williams, Harpers Magazine, 27 Jan. 2026

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“Abound.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abound. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.

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