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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
Most people treat mums as annuals, enjoying their abundant blooms throughout the fall season and disposing of the plants afterwards.
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 30 Sep. 2025
The restaurant’s minimalist design, from the pale wood furniture to the soft globe lighting, feels warm thanks to earthy textures and abundant natural light, creating a calm, modern space, perfect for enjoying a meal.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2025
Residents enjoy abundant sunshine, extensive hiking trails, and easy access to the world-class botanical garden at Tohono Chul Park.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 29 Sep. 2025
But my life didn’t become more abundant because of it.
—Essence, 29 Sep. 2025
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Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 30 Sep. 2025
The restaurant’s minimalist design, from the pale wood furniture to the soft globe lighting, feels warm thanks to earthy textures and abundant natural light, creating a calm, modern space, perfect for enjoying a meal.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2025
Residents enjoy abundant sunshine, extensive hiking trails, and easy access to the world-class botanical garden at Tohono Chul Park.
—Katie Nadworny, Travel + Leisure, 29 Sep. 2025
But my life didn’t become more abundant because of it.
—Essence, 29 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for abundant
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Toasts were drunk, although notably with orange juice given President Xi Jinping’s crackdown on excessive official consumption at the sort of functions that were once lubricated with plentiful bai jiu spirit.—
Matthew Tostevin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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What’s more, zinc is plentiful, has a low environmental impact, and contributes to the battery’s high volumetric capacity.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Sep. 2025
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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
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After all, most can agree that a lack of crowded aisles plus ample stock on the shelves is ideal for grocery shopping.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
30 Sep. 2025
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Because both the Lions and Packers are playoff contenders and longtime divisional rivals with fan bases that extend beyond their own cities, this year’s Thanksgiving match-up holds ample promise.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Both lie within crowded galaxy clusters, where their jets likely interact with million-degree hot plasma, sculpting these unusual shapes.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Oct. 2025
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OpenAI released its most powerful GPT-5 model in August, aimed at shoring up its lead in an increasingly crowded sphere.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
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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
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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
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Another, the Monster Room, is awash with red and brown, offering up a chandelier that sprouts from the ceiling, seemingly alive, and a massive bed wrapped in vines as the room’s statement pieces, Afar reported.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
11 Sep. 2025
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With kids back in school, parents are awash in laundry.—
Kathy Kristof,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Sep. 2025
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Most of the suites follow the design blueprint of an upscale log cabin, replete with stone fireplaces, wood paneling, and the occasional claw-foot tub.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
1 Oct. 2025
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Now, the woman seems to be replete with suggestions, boding well for yet another January birthday to keep the holiday spirit going.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Abundant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abundant. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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