as in generously
in a generous manner
amply rewarded the boy who had found her necklace
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Recent Examples of amply
My own otterhound, Fiona, amply embodied this trait.
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Aditya Simha, The Conversation, 7 May 2026
The fight amply displayed both boxers’ dexterity, in offense and defense, with both taking nice swings as well as jabs, but a lot simply failed to land.
—ABC News, 2 May 2026
Research amply shows that what political elites — politicians, political leaders, media commentators, online influencers — say in the wake of these sorts of events has a huge effect on citizens’ attitudes.
—James Piazza, Twin Cities, 30 Apr. 2026
The Nomadix Festival Blanket is amply sized for a full Cape Town itinerary, but folds to the size of a coffee table book.
—Abbey Hudetz, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
The 21st century’s obstacles for young men—as seen in deaths of despair and lagging employment—have been amply publicized both by credible journalists and by charlatans such as Fuentes.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026
The Texans could use that amply going into 2026.
—Sam Warren, Houston Chronicle, 11 Mar. 2026
Whatever Americans think about what occurred this weekend, with the attendant death, economic disruption and other horrible human costs of war, to wish for anything other than that is to betray the brave Iranian people and its worried but hopeful diaspora, amply represented in our city.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026
As the Auberge Collection portfolio's flagship, this stay amply delivers on its promise of luxury, with stunning grounds, immaculate rooms, a positively excellent restaurant and spa, as well as intuitive, never overbearing service.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Feb. 2026
Aditya Simha, The Conversation, 7 May 2026
The fight amply displayed both boxers’ dexterity, in offense and defense, with both taking nice swings as well as jabs, but a lot simply failed to land.
—ABC News, 2 May 2026
Research amply shows that what political elites — politicians, political leaders, media commentators, online influencers — say in the wake of these sorts of events has a huge effect on citizens’ attitudes.
—James Piazza, Twin Cities, 30 Apr. 2026
The Nomadix Festival Blanket is amply sized for a full Cape Town itinerary, but folds to the size of a coffee table book.
—Abbey Hudetz, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
The 21st century’s obstacles for young men—as seen in deaths of despair and lagging employment—have been amply publicized both by credible journalists and by charlatans such as Fuentes.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026
The Texans could use that amply going into 2026.
—Sam Warren, Houston Chronicle, 11 Mar. 2026
Whatever Americans think about what occurred this weekend, with the attendant death, economic disruption and other horrible human costs of war, to wish for anything other than that is to betray the brave Iranian people and its worried but hopeful diaspora, amply represented in our city.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 1 Mar. 2026
As the Auberge Collection portfolio's flagship, this stay amply delivers on its promise of luxury, with stunning grounds, immaculate rooms, a positively excellent restaurant and spa, as well as intuitive, never overbearing service.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amply
Adverb
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Spread a layer of chocolate pudding and generously sprinkle with Butterfinger crumbs.—
Kathryn Streeter,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
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Don’t hoard information or relationships, Share credit generously and avoid territorial behavior.—
Mark Nevins,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Adverb
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Look closer, and the business side is in focus for the Koreans as well.—
Justina Lee,Lisa Kim,
CNBC,
5 June 2026
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The Rattlesnake Bar is well known with the locals as a buzzy place to enjoy Dean's Margarita and some Two-Bite Lobster Tacos while listening to live music in a relaxed yet refined environment.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 June 2026
Adverb
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Done thoughtfully and with community engagement, a project of this scale will serve as a meaningful economic catalyst for Dallas and its residents.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
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The Lulu Home Insect House may look unassuming, but it’s thoughtfully designed to attract insects and help naturally support your garden—minus the need for any kind of fertilizers, plant food, or pesticides.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
31 May 2026
Adverb
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What was true in the Jazz Age remains so, as the Roundabout Theatre Company production starring the terrific Rose Byrne and Kelli O’Hara so bountifully proves.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
28 Apr. 2026
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How can vocals be as bountifully impressive as Mars’ are here and still leave you thinking that there’s no lived experience in any of the songs?—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
27 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Some are even cheerfully embracing a world where human labor is no longer central to the economy.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
30 May 2026
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Some are even cheerfully embracing a world where human labor is no longer central to the economy.—
Nathan Schneider,
The Conversation,
26 May 2026
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“Amply.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amply. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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