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
Overall, the song retains Farley’s rustic, unpolished sense of connection, while bolstering it with a more full-bodied sound.
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Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 30 Mar. 2026
These are considered some of the coolest wine-growing regions in California, and the style here tends to be juicier, fruitier, and more full-bodied than Burgundian Pinot Noir.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2026
DeFilippis and his company have found a full-bodied expression of this kind of existential anguish, which is active and charged, both laughable and tragic, its back up against the wall of the absurd.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 23 Mar. 2026
Garam masala is a delicious addition, as is a little fish sauce for a full-bodied umami flavor.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 19 Mar. 2026
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Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 30 Mar. 2026
These are considered some of the coolest wine-growing regions in California, and the style here tends to be juicier, fruitier, and more full-bodied than Burgundian Pinot Noir.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2026
DeFilippis and his company have found a full-bodied expression of this kind of existential anguish, which is active and charged, both laughable and tragic, its back up against the wall of the absurd.
—Sara Holdren, Vulture, 23 Mar. 2026
Garam masala is a delicious addition, as is a little fish sauce for a full-bodied umami flavor.
—Rachel Bernhard, jsonline.com, 19 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for full-bodied
Recent Examples of Synonyms for full-bodied
Adjective
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Disunion is as rich a vein in American political history as union is.—
Jill Lepore,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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As the sun set below the tree line, the warm wood paneling turned a rich brown color that complemented the rattan light fixtures hanging above, giving the space a modern yet warm feeling.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 May 2026
Adjective
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Its robust lineup is often highlighted by these in-person events, which fete all manner of talents and their projects, both new and older.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
28 Apr. 2026
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The company claims that the latest announcement bolsters Australia’s industrial capacity, to design, build and sustain key defence assets, while ensuring a robust supply chain.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Jessica Chmielewski, Colleen Gartlan and Ella Riordan led a strong defensive effort in front of Noone.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Set one clear boundary today and confirm expectations so your commitments stay strong and manageable.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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In nine short, potent chapters, Beckerman lays out the essential traits of an effective dissident — loyalty, recklessness and watchfulness, among them — to illustrate how communities of resistance are built from the ground up.—
Marc Weingarten,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2026
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Considering that traditional body washes are mostly water, cutting it out not only makes the formula more potent but also reduces the need for heavy preservatives and excess packaging.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
2 May 2026
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“Full-bodied.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/full-bodied. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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