beans 1 of 2

noun

plural of bean
1
as in energy
active strength of body or mind nine-year-old twins who are full of beans

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2
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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3
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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beans

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verb

present tense third-person singular of bean
as in brains

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Recent Examples of beans
Noun
In a blender or food processor combine beans, lemon juice, garlic, and salt. — Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2026 These pests can wreak havoc on lawns and greenery, from ornamental trees like birch and oak to essential garden crops, including tomatoes, beans, and onions. — Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 11 July 2026 Make these beans up to two days ahead and bake them just before the event. — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 11 July 2026 At the other end of the country, Saguaro National Park gets Tucson's iconic Sonoran hot dog, wrapped in bacon and piled high with beans, onions, tomatoes, jalapeño sauce, and other toppings. — Bailey Berg, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026 Remove the foil and the beans or rice, and set the crust aside. — ABC News, 9 July 2026 None of these will replace a chicken breast serving on their own, but pairing quinoa with beans or tofu builds a plate that meets or exceeds what a chicken portion would deliver. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson july 9, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2026 Private individuals import goods, legally and illegally, keeping private stores stocked even with American luxuries, such as whiskey, as well as Cuban staples, including rice and beans. — Joseph J. Gonzalez, The Conversation, 9 July 2026 Then stuff them with any combo of roasted veggies like onion, squash, broccoli and carrots, and rice or beans. — Malaka Gharib, NPR, 6 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for beans
  1. energy
  2. nuts
  3. damn
  4. spears
  5. juice
  6. garbage
  7. lick
  8. clubs
Noun
  • Wisconsin has committed up to $55 million in incentives to help Realta Fusion build its new headquarters and fusion research facility in Madison, a move aimed at strengthening the state’s position in the emerging fusion energy industry.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 16 July 2026
  • Sixty-eight percent of likely voters told PPIC the cost of energy — both in utility bills and the price of gasoline at the pump — were a big problem.
    — Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2026
Definition of energy
Noun
  • California is significant because the state supplies nearly half of the vegetables and more than three-quarters of the fruits and nuts eaten in the United States.
    — Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 10 July 2026
  • Cashews and walnuts also contribute, alongside brazil nuts and pine nuts.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson July 9, Sacbee.com, 9 July 2026
Definition of nuts
Noun
  • And if that is to be the case, most Chicagoans do not give a damn whether the team goes to Arlington Heights or Hammond.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2026
  • 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
Definition of damn
Verb
  • The midfielder spears an accurate long ball to Yildiz, setting him away into the box.
    — Thom Harris, New York Times, 5 June 2026
Definition of spears
Noun
  • The pan de yuca, a gluten-free cheesy roll made from cassava starch is a standout, as is the abundant fresh fruit and fruit juice.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
  • Nokes said the beef that the store carries is wet-aged for a minimum of 21 days, meaning that the meat is sealed in its own juices, leading to the meat enzymes being broken down and softened on their own.
    — Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026
Definition of juice
Noun
  • Building a new garbage incinerator plant now would cost Miami-Dade County $3 billion under a private development deal that’s facing criticism by Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, according to a recent memo.
    — Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026
  • The notice of violation was issued on July 12, after the agency received more than 40 public complaints of rotten, sour, garbage-type odors in the area.
    — Tony Briscoe, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026
Definition of garbage
Noun
  • That remains to be seen, but Brady certainly got the first lick in.
    — Angelique Jackson, Variety, 18 July 2026
  • In other words, there’s not a lick of subtlety on this album.
    — Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 17 July 2026
Definition of lick
Verb
  • That advantage was in large part offset by payments from UEFA’s ‘value pillar’, a mechanism which awards clubs money based upon their coefficient ranking (determined by past performance in European competition) and the size of their nation’s broadcast rights deal for the competition.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 30 May 2026
  • Their top-30 visits, where NFL clubs host prospects at their facilities to gather further intel, are often smokescreens.
    — Luca Evans, Denver Post, 19 Apr. 2026
Definition of clubs

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