as in rich
having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor)
after that huge Sunday brunch, everyone needed a full-bodied coffee
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Recent Examples of full-bodied
Aouli says this generational shift away full-bodied, rich, and higher-alcohol wines has been most noticeable in the past 12 to 18 months—and the softening in demand for Bordeaux is most noticeable with vintages from 2010 onwards.
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Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 20 Oct. 2025
Interlune aims to harvest lunar resources — for example, industrial metals, rare Earth elements and water — to support a long-term human presence on the moon and a full-bodied in-space economy.
—Leonard David, Space.com, 30 Sep. 2025
Master distiller Ross Cornelissen described the result in statement as dessert-like, with stone fruits, caramel, and vanilla layered over the base bourbon’s full-bodied profile.
—Andy Vasoyan, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
The area is also known for full-bodied reds, whites, and rosés.
—Lauren David, Travel + Leisure, 16 Sep. 2025
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Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 20 Oct. 2025
Interlune aims to harvest lunar resources — for example, industrial metals, rare Earth elements and water — to support a long-term human presence on the moon and a full-bodied in-space economy.
—Leonard David, Space.com, 30 Sep. 2025
Master distiller Ross Cornelissen described the result in statement as dessert-like, with stone fruits, caramel, and vanilla layered over the base bourbon’s full-bodied profile.
—Andy Vasoyan, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
The area is also known for full-bodied reds, whites, and rosés.
—Lauren David, Travel + Leisure, 16 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for full-bodied
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Jon Heyman of the New York Post recently projected Suárez would sign a massive five-year, $135 million deal in free agency this winter, which would almost certainly be too rich for the Phillies' liking.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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The pay package for Musk, already the world's richest person, consists of 12 tranches of shares to be granted if Tesla hits certain milestones over the next decade.—
Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
11 Nov. 2025
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That includes a new and robust collaboration with Brazil’s federal government and 22 of its states—including Pará—to expand cooperation on climate action.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Still, more robust research was needed to declare that the portfolio diet leads to heart-health benefits for everyone, including healthy individuals.—
Renée Onque,
CNBC,
6 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Flash flooding currents are strong and can sweep drivers off roadways.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Nov. 2025
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But despite strong technical progress, widespread adoption remains challenging due to cost, infrastructure demands, and limited technological maturity.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Nov. 2025
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With two potent offenses going at it, there are plenty of quality player prop options to consider.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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Critics celebrated the film as a potent, deliciously indulgent satire.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Nov. 2025
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“Full-bodied.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/full-bodied. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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