1
as in loads
a considerable amount
a visit to an amusement park should be a barrel of laughs
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as in races
to proceed or move quickly
faced with a firm deadline, we barreled through the project at a furious pace
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Recent Examples of barrels
David Goldman, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
Four years later, a group of barrels were shipped to Barbados to the Stade’s West Indies Rum Distillery to mature before being returned to France in 2024 for bottling.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 18 June 2026
About 2 million barrels a day of oil and related products are now flowing out of the Gulf, according to Rapidan Energy Group.
—George Calhoun, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Rain barrels should have screens.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 18 June 2026
Robinson drew national attention in 2000 after investigators found the bodies of two women in barrels on his property in Linn County.
—Alexa Newsom, Kansas City Star, 18 June 2026
China’s oil imports have fallen by almost 5 million barrels a day — equivalent to roughly 5% of global supply — since the start of the Iran war, helping tame already high crude prices.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 11 June 2026
FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026
The biggest question mark is connecting the dots from Guernsey, Wyoming to the Cushing, Oklahoma oil hub that ships barrels down to the Gulf Coast refining complexes and export terminals in Texas and Louisiana.
—Jordan Blum, Fortune, 13 May 2026
Read on to discover the best time to spot the fast-moving shooting stars as Earth barrels through the debris trail shed by Halley's Comet.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 4 May 2026
Working from his own screenplay, Cronin barrels over the gaping plot holes — a doctor might have some thoughts here — and gets to the good stuff with the family at home in squirm-inducing close quarters, a live-in demon resting in her bedroom.
—Joshua Rothkopf, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
But Lumet and screenwriter Frank Pierson ease up on the laughs as Sonny’s predicament grows more helpless, allowing the audience to feel his desperation as the drama barrels toward a tragic finale.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
Infielder Chris Hacopian barrels a ball, but Jaquae Stewart nabs it right before the warning track.
—Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026
The military success of the opening act of the current Iran war, which began with the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has bolstered the confidence of Netanyahu’s supporters as Israel barrels toward an election later this year.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 6 Mar. 2026
Parts of the state, including NYC, could end up with well over a foot of snow as the storm barrels down Sunday morning into Monday afternoon.
—Mark Prussin, CBS News, 21 Feb. 2026
Noun
The world’s oil stockpiles have fallen – sharply – by 190 million barrels over the past several months.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 19 June 2026
Four years later, a group of barrels were shipped to Barbados to the Stade’s West Indies Rum Distillery to mature before being returned to France in 2024 for bottling.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 18 June 2026
About 2 million barrels a day of oil and related products are now flowing out of the Gulf, according to Rapidan Energy Group.
—George Calhoun, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Rain barrels should have screens.
—Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 18 June 2026
Robinson drew national attention in 2000 after investigators found the bodies of two women in barrels on his property in Linn County.
—Alexa Newsom, Kansas City Star, 18 June 2026
China’s oil imports have fallen by almost 5 million barrels a day — equivalent to roughly 5% of global supply — since the start of the Iran war, helping tame already high crude prices.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 11 June 2026
Verb
Continue reading … POLITICS TICK TOCK — Congress barrels toward deadline pile-up as GOP divisions threaten Trump agenda.
—FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026
The biggest question mark is connecting the dots from Guernsey, Wyoming to the Cushing, Oklahoma oil hub that ships barrels down to the Gulf Coast refining complexes and export terminals in Texas and Louisiana.
—Jordan Blum, Fortune, 13 May 2026
Read on to discover the best time to spot the fast-moving shooting stars as Earth barrels through the debris trail shed by Halley's Comet.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 4 May 2026
Working from his own screenplay, Cronin barrels over the gaping plot holes — a doctor might have some thoughts here — and gets to the good stuff with the family at home in squirm-inducing close quarters, a live-in demon resting in her bedroom.
—Joshua Rothkopf, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
But Lumet and screenwriter Frank Pierson ease up on the laughs as Sonny’s predicament grows more helpless, allowing the audience to feel his desperation as the drama barrels toward a tragic finale.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
Infielder Chris Hacopian barrels a ball, but Jaquae Stewart nabs it right before the warning track.
—Caleb Yum, Austin American Statesman, 17 Mar. 2026
The military success of the opening act of the current Iran war, which began with the assassination of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has bolstered the confidence of Netanyahu’s supporters as Israel barrels toward an election later this year.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 6 Mar. 2026
Parts of the state, including NYC, could end up with well over a foot of snow as the storm barrels down Sunday morning into Monday afternoon.
—Mark Prussin, CBS News, 21 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for barrels
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As one of Montana’s longest standing dude ranches, the property is constantly reimagining through refined design, a wildly impressive staff, and heaps of annual events bringing loads of travelers, from local to first-time ranchers alike.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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At Cattlemen’s, still newish from its $3 million remodeling, the menu leads with a 2-pound porterhouse ($95) and loads of Western steakhouse character.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 June 2026
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The three infused olive oils -- Garlic, Spicy Red Pepper and Green Goddess -- are packaged in tins, made with only real ingredients to elevate any dish.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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Henry is a must-visit for small-batch wines and tins of briny fish.—
Tanya Edwards,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
8 June 2026
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Common sources include heaters, ovens, fireplaces, water heaters, broken pipes, grills, and generators.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
17 June 2026
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Traditional nuclear plants typically rely on large external pipes to connect these systems.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
17 June 2026
Verb
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Once again, extraordinary wealth is concentrating into fewer hands while technology races ahead faster than society’s moral conscience.—
Tom Debley,
Mercury News,
16 June 2026
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While Jackson County races to hear the last of homeowners’ appeals from the troubled 2023 property valuation cycle, some could be eligible for a class action lawsuit.—
Ilana Arougheti
June 13,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
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This isn’t the place for people who prefer resorts that provide tons of entertainment.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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In fact, millions of tons remain unaccounted for.—
Lisa Emili,
The Conversation,
16 June 2026
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Both types of drums are traditionally large, made with wood and cowhide skins that are sometimes tacked onto the body with metal studs, rings or rope.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
17 June 2026
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Algerian flags waved above the crowd as chants echoed through the plaza, alongside the sounds of drums, horns and singing.—
J.M. Banks
June 15,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
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Then, aged rye from a distillery in Indiana was put into those casks for two weeks, creating a strikingly spicy and altogether delicious—not to mention unique—whiskey that really stood out.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
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The Black Mountain 40-Year-Old, the flagship expression of the seven-whisky collection, is finished in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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Any wind speeds over 58 mph are considered severe, according to NWS meteorologist Kyle Pallozzi.—
Racquel Bazos,
Baltimore Sun,
13 June 2026
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This is a relatively slow method that just speeds up the typical ripening rate slightly, with about two to four days needed to ripen the avocados fully.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
11 June 2026
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“Barrels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/barrels. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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