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as in energy
active strength of body or mind
nine-year-old twins who are full of beans
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as in nuts
language, behavior, or ideas that are absurd and contrary to good sense
I know something about gardening, and you're full of beans
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as in damn
the smallest amount or part imaginable
had trouble finding a job because he didn't know beans about computers
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Recent Examples of beans
W. Gyude Moore, semafor.com, 25 May 2026
Spoonemore recommends starting with easy, rewarding crops like tomatoes, basil, zinnias, lettuce, and beans.
—Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 25 May 2026
In many backyards across America, a barbecue is not complete without baked beans.
—Chloe Sorvino, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
Any backyard barbecue, cookout, or picnic is fair game for beans baked with onions, brown sugar, and bacon.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 23 May 2026
The first course was a tumble of fresh vegetables, ribbons of zucchini plus Romano beans, sweet peppers and radish from Fireclay Farm, tossed in a delicate bagna cauda dressing.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
Her choice to heal Judy after Annaliese brutally stabbed her to try and get Art to spill the beans reflects the untapped scope of Mother’s powers.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 22 May 2026
Legumes Legumes are beans, lentils, peas, and chickpeas.
—Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 22 May 2026
Oats, beans, lentils, mushrooms, chia seeds and apples are all good sources, Ansari says.
—Maria Godoy, NPR, 18 May 2026
Noun
Cocoa exporters should ship more butter, liquor, and powder rather than raw beans, while Kenyan tea and Ethiopian or Ugandan coffee should leave the continent branded and semi-processed rather than as bulk commodities.
—W. Gyude Moore, semafor.com, 25 May 2026
Spoonemore recommends starting with easy, rewarding crops like tomatoes, basil, zinnias, lettuce, and beans.
—Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 25 May 2026
In many backyards across America, a barbecue is not complete without baked beans.
—Chloe Sorvino, Forbes.com, 24 May 2026
Any backyard barbecue, cookout, or picnic is fair game for beans baked with onions, brown sugar, and bacon.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 23 May 2026
The first course was a tumble of fresh vegetables, ribbons of zucchini plus Romano beans, sweet peppers and radish from Fireclay Farm, tossed in a delicate bagna cauda dressing.
—Sean Timberlake, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
Her choice to heal Judy after Annaliese brutally stabbed her to try and get Art to spill the beans reflects the untapped scope of Mother’s powers.
—Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 22 May 2026
Legumes Legumes are beans, lentils, peas, and chickpeas.
—Brandi Jones, Verywell Health, 22 May 2026
Oats, beans, lentils, mushrooms, chia seeds and apples are all good sources, Ansari says.
—Maria Godoy, NPR, 18 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beans
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If the superfund template survives, the next decade of American energy policy will be written by trial lawyers, attorneys general and a handful of out-of-state philanthropies bankrolling the litigation pipeline.—
Yaël Ossowski,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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The Maoists’ shrinking realm sits atop rich veins of coal, iron, and bauxite – resources essential to India’s modernization and growing energy demands; Modi’s pledge to bring electricity to every household; and his broader ambition to transform India into a developed nation.—
Dhruv Tikekar,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Bring back one of Mama's favorite recipes that combines pasta, broccoli, grapes, and nuts all together.—
Krissy Tiglias,
Southern Living,
25 May 2026
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Think of this snack as a daytime boost, rather than a bedtime send-off (for better sleep, try tart cherries and pistachio nuts).—
Randi Gollin,
Martha Stewart,
23 May 2026
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In a world of drivers mostly ruled by their corporate sponsors, Busch was an otherworldly talent who simply did not give a damn.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
22 May 2026
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In comedy, no one gives a damn.—
Mikey O'Connell,
HollywoodReporter,
12 May 2026
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Add Brugal 1888, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and chamomile tea syrup into a cocktail shaker with ice.—
Claudia Alarcón,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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When herbs overflow the garden, make this vibrant, healthful hummus, punched up with lots of lemon juice.—
Joie Probst,
Midwest Living,
23 May 2026
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Their diet is highly varied, and they have been known to eat fish, lobsters, birds, turtles, dead animals and even garbage.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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Crew members allegedly discovered numerous packages hidden inside the ship’s garbage room that were believed to contain narcotics, according to the affidavit.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2026
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A lot of freedom going on between the guitars, a lotta little licks intermingle with the big guitar licks that the song is all about.—
Liza Lentini,
SPIN,
22 May 2026
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If none of this makes a lick of sense, never fear.—
Randy Myers,
Mercury News,
30 Apr. 2026
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Reality is a system where prosecutorial vigor often correlates with public attention.—
Letters to the Editor,
Hartford Courant,
28 May 2026
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Squish the bags around with vigor and joy.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 May 2026
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That’s the prayerful explanation for the nonsense that spouted this week from the leaders of a football conference that hopes to grow up and be the Big Ten someday.—
Joe Rexrode,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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Let’s see if the Pomona Unified School District, which pays thousands of dollars to support its schools’ athletic program, is going to act and stop this nonsense.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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“Beans.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/beans. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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