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as in plentiful
being more than enough without being excessive
claimed that the needy were already receiving abundant help from both the government and charitable organizations
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as in filled
possessing or covered with great numbers or amounts of something specified
a savory soup that is abundant with kale, potatoes, and linguica
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Recent Examples of abundant
Fan concern for Dolly has been abundant this year in the wake of the death of Carl Dean, Parton's husband of nearly 60 years.
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Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Oct. 2025
From a violent separatist insurgency in the English-speaking west to entrenched corruption, the country has seen growth stifled despite abundant oil and mineral wealth.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
The microlensing events should provide some statistics of how abundant Earth-sized planets in the habitable zone of sun-like stars are.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 8 Oct. 2025
Though his career eventually shifted toward music, his architectural aesthetic runs deep, which is clearly reflected in the Lakehouse’s clean geometry, abundant natural light, and strong visual rhythm.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 8 Oct. 2025
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Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Oct. 2025
From a violent separatist insurgency in the English-speaking west to entrenched corruption, the country has seen growth stifled despite abundant oil and mineral wealth.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
The microlensing events should provide some statistics of how abundant Earth-sized planets in the habitable zone of sun-like stars are.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 8 Oct. 2025
Though his career eventually shifted toward music, his architectural aesthetic runs deep, which is clearly reflected in the Lakehouse’s clean geometry, abundant natural light, and strong visual rhythm.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 8 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for abundant
Adjective
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Here, panoramic mountain and valley views are plentiful.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Oct. 2025
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Its instructions are vague, its arguments belabored and its absurdist fables too plentiful.—
Book Marks
October 2,
Literary Hub,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Streamline applications with pre-filled forms, especially to support internal mobility where workloads are high or digital access is limited.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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However, the designers removed the local locker feature as of July 1, 2025, giving customers ample time to remove their files from those lockers.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
7 Oct. 2025
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Choose an indoor location that gets ample light, such as a south-facing window.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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In a post shared on Wednesday morning, Jayapal claimed agents have pulled children from their beds during nighttime raids, fired on civilians in broad daylight, and deployed tear gas on crowded streets.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Oct. 2025
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According to a poll from the University of California, Berkeley released in late August, Porter led the crowded field of Democrats with 17 percent support.—
Julia Manchester,
The Hill,
8 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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If the script is a tad heavy-handed in making Clara seem almost indifferent to her mother’s suffering, Touzani is too generous a director not to allow the character some redeeming displays of conscience before the domestic drama plays out.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Oct. 2025
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Downstairs, both bedrooms open onto a winter garden, with the primary suite featuring a polished en suite bath and generous storage.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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All night, as Luzardo posted zero after zero, the packed crowd at Citizens Bank Park was just begging for any semblance of offense from the Phillies.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Through regulation plus 9 minutes of extra time, Republic FC could not find the back of the net in front of a packed house at Cal Expo’s Heart Health Park.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
5 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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After Brandon was shockingly eliminated from the season 34 competition on the latest episode of Dancing with the Stars alongside partner Lauren Jauregui, the internet was awash with questions about what the elimination meant for the pro.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
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The mountains are awash with vibrant autumnal hues, which can be admired by driving the Catskill Mountains Scenic Byway, biking the Catskill Scenic Trail, or hiking the many trails with sweeping views of the area.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Its chic showroom, replete with furniture by cofounder Jurgita Dileviciute’s separate design firm Project 213A, drew a pack of editors, stylists and buyers — all attracted by the label’s signature peep-toe mules and pumps.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
8 Oct. 2025
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And luckily for us all, Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days is replete with budget-friendly gifts for your family and friends.—
Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
8 Oct. 2025
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“Abundant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abundant. Accessed 12 Oct. 2025.
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