the heart
noun
: the central or most important part of something
deep in the heart of the forest
Their offices are in the heart of the city.
Let's get right to the heart of the matter.
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This versatile artist, never tired, never indifferent, presents unfailingly new things to delight the heart and enhance the beauty of woman.
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Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 7 July 2025
At the heart of the practice is a love of color, pattern, texture, and a strong desire to create spaces that feel lived-in and timeless.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 7 July 2025
The flavors are bright and red fruited, with strawberry, cherry, and cocoa nibs comprising the heart of the wine.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 6 July 2025
As the old saying goes, the kitchen is the heart of the home, so filling it with items that have a little soul is a no-brainer.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 6 July 2025
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Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 7 July 2025
At the heart of the practice is a love of color, pattern, texture, and a strong desire to create spaces that feel lived-in and timeless.
—Dan Howarth, Architectural Digest, 7 July 2025
The flavors are bright and red fruited, with strawberry, cherry, and cocoa nibs comprising the heart of the wine.
—Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 6 July 2025
As the old saying goes, the kitchen is the heart of the home, so filling it with items that have a little soul is a no-brainer.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 6 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for the heart
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“The heart.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20heart. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.
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