1
as in loads
a considerable amount
an abundance of flowers for the wedding grew up with an abundance of cousins
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2
as in plenty
an amount or supply more than sufficient to meet one's needs
we have an abundance of food, so eat as much as you want
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Recent Examples of abundance
Novae make sense as a source of modern lithium: As time goes by, more sun-like stars evolve into white dwarfs, leading to more novae and more lithium being spread into the interstellar medium, hence why younger stars have a greater abundance of the stuff.
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Keith Cooper, Space.com, 8 July 2025
So, there is an abundance of supply, but how can coffee grounds be more efficient than traditional clay bricks?
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 8 July 2025
Building nature in your backyard takes time but, with patience, will bring you an abundance of garden beauty, pollinators and birds.
—Special To The Denver Post, Denver Post, 8 July 2025
Thanks in part to its abundance of historical sites—many of which now serve as natural oases, free from cars and modern development—Rome is a hub for urban wildlife.
—Krista Langlois, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 July 2025
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Keith Cooper, Space.com, 8 July 2025
So, there is an abundance of supply, but how can coffee grounds be more efficient than traditional clay bricks?
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 8 July 2025
Building nature in your backyard takes time but, with patience, will bring you an abundance of garden beauty, pollinators and birds.
—Special To The Denver Post, Denver Post, 8 July 2025
Thanks in part to its abundance of historical sites—many of which now serve as natural oases, free from cars and modern development—Rome is a hub for urban wildlife.
—Krista Langlois, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for abundance
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Her somewhat implausible problem is that her bad feelings—her irritation, her boredom—never register as such because of her beauty, her wealth, and her pedigree; so great is her beauty that even her nastiest moods feel like a sunny glow to others.—
Claire Jarvis,
New Yorker,
8 July 2025
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Home ownership holds different meanings for everyone, but for many of us, our homes constitute a significant portion of our personal wealth.—
Jennifer Horton,
The Tennessean,
8 July 2025
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While opting for the white colorway will offer coastal appeal, like the brand’s Loire headboard, this one has tons of fabric options to personalize its design to match your aesthetic.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
14 July 2025
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While there wasn’t a ton of movement from the Blackhawks this offseason, the youngins on this roster make the team unpredictable going into the fall.—
Kaitlyn Pohly,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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With a double harbor set at the tip of a long and sinewy peninsula on a highly strategic coastline, Knidos grew rich from its favorable natural position and from trading wine, olive oil and vast quantities of amphorae.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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Former assistants testified that they were routinely instructed to stock hotel rooms with large quantities of baby oil in preparation for these events.—
Amanda Castro
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Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 July 2025
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Player Replacements for the Event The grind of the nearly every week nature of the sport right now is starting to take its toll, as a slew of players were absent from this event, some with lingering injuries and others with pre-arranged conflicts.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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The Trump administration has instituted a slew of policies, including sweeping tariffs, in an effort to revive America’s declining manufacturing industries.—
Auzinea Bacon,
CNN Money,
13 July 2025
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However, being stung dozens of times can make anyone feel sick as their body works to handle the venom and, in the exceedingly rare case that someone is stung hundreds or even thousands of times, the venom may be enough to cause serious illness or even death, according to the Mayo Clinic.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
10 July 2025
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To commemorate the upcoming 10-year anniversary of that beloved team, The Charlotte Observer put together its own team — of journalists, who have spent six months conducting dozens of exclusive interviews and searching for previously unseen visuals.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
10 July 2025
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Add a pop of color to outdoor spaces or warm up your living room with our 10 favorite rug deals at Wayfair’s sale, starting at just $18.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
15 July 2025
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Boston could try to land a star prospect or two from a contending team in a deal for Chapman.—
Zach Pressnell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 July 2025
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There’s also lots to be learned by taking real, paying customers.—
Brad Templeton,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Now on discount for $85, this kit is a great deal—not to mention a heck of a lot less expensive than a stressful trip to the vet.—
Molly Higgins,
Wired News,
8 July 2025
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The fluffy 2-inch pile height is soft and plush but can be easily spot cleaned with a damp cloth.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
15 July 2025
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Boogie, a petty thief surrounded by piles of loot, pointed us toward a set of stairwells back in Red’s building.—
Joshua Rothman,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
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“Abundance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abundance. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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