1
as in welcomed
to receive or accept gladly or readily
predictably, moviegoers ate up the sequel to last summer's blockbuster
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2
as in consumed
to destroy all trace of
the surf created by a powerful hurricane could really eat up what's left of the island's eastern beach
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Change isn’t always welcomed for holdovers, though additions in certain areas — or a lack thereof in others — should boost confidence for some.—
Sam Warren,
New York Times,
6 May 2026 -
Some psychiatry experts generally welcomed the efforts, but also noted concerns.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
6 May 2026
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Furthermore, any product associated with risks such as obesity, diabetes or high cholesterol — especially when consumed excessively — would need to carry a clear warning label.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
4 May 2026
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According to the World Instant Noodles Association, Americans consumed over 5 billion servings of instant noodles in 2024.—
Nina Moskowitz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
3 May 2026
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The precocious Church was embraced by the Cole household at a farm, known as Cedar Grove, in Catskill.—
Sebastian Smee,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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According to a post shared on their joint Instagram account, Dannielynn embraced a bold look for the evening.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 May 2026
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“Ate (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ate%20%28up%29. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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