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as in subtropical
being near the equator
wanted to escape winter and visit some tropical location where freezing to death would not be a possibility
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as in metaphorical
expressing one thing in terms normally used for another
an author given to high-flown tropical phrasings and convoluted symbology
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Recent Examples of tropical
Format: Unscripted Filming Location: Los Angeles LOVE ISLAND GAMES
Former Islanders from across the globe return to the tropical villa for a second chance at finding love and winning a $100,000 prize.
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Matt Minton, Variety, 9 May 2025
Why Florida’s Billionaire Set Is Flocking to Manalapan Perched a mere 17 feet above sea level with 120 feet of direct ocean frontage, this tropical contemporary fortress clocks in at over 11,000 square feet, plus a 3,000-square-foot sky deck with unobstructed views of the Atlantic.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 9 May 2025
While Filming Netflix's 'Decameron' — Here Are His Favorite Spots
That sense of presence is now at the heart of Bottura’s latest project, Torno Subito Miami, nestled in Downtown Miami and infused with Riviera nostalgia and tropical flair.
—Jesse Scott, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2025
Her travel writing has taken her to rainforests, remote tropical islands, and the red carpets of Cannes.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
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Matt Minton, Variety, 9 May 2025
Why Florida’s Billionaire Set Is Flocking to Manalapan Perched a mere 17 feet above sea level with 120 feet of direct ocean frontage, this tropical contemporary fortress clocks in at over 11,000 square feet, plus a 3,000-square-foot sky deck with unobstructed views of the Atlantic.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 9 May 2025
While Filming Netflix's 'Decameron' — Here Are His Favorite Spots
That sense of presence is now at the heart of Bottura’s latest project, Torno Subito Miami, nestled in Downtown Miami and infused with Riviera nostalgia and tropical flair.
—Jesse Scott, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2025
Her travel writing has taken her to rainforests, remote tropical islands, and the red carpets of Cannes.
—Felicity Carter, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for tropical
Adjective
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As a destination, Australia never ceases to amaze, with dramatic desert, tropical, and even subtropical backdrops.—
Michael Verdon,
Robb Report,
27 Apr. 2025
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In subtropical South Florida, the days can get so hot that the rising mercury might actually discourage pollen production.—
Ashley Miznazi,
Miami Herald,
23 Apr. 2025
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This year’s La Niña comes directly after an El Niño year, which produces warmer temperatures in the equatorial Pacific, possibly offering clues as to how squid runs will fare after dramatic changes.—
Jules Jacobs,
Smithsonian Magazine,
7 May 2025
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These high altitude forests gradually transition into Northern Andean Páramo habitat, which are wet grasslands located above the tree line and below the snow line within the equatorial Andes.—
GrrlScientist,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Public lands are figurative common ground, uniting people across the country.—
Tracy Stone-Manning,
Denver Post,
7 May 2025
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However, all was not lost for Stewart’s figurative niece.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
6 May 2025
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The company dates back to the late 1930s and is known for its sweet candles in figural shapes such as Santas, snowmen, and carolers.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
26 Nov. 2024
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The company dates back to the late 1930s and is known for its sweet candles in figural shapes such as Santas, snowmen, and carolers.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
26 Nov. 2024
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More symbolic may be the dagger tattoo on his left forearm.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
9 May 2025
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Honora also pointed to the symbolic nature of the pope's ancestry.—
Elizabeth Thomas,
ABC News,
9 May 2025
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“Tropical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tropical. Accessed 16 May. 2025.
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