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also bonnie
1
as in lovely
of the very best kind
one of several inns in the Lake District offering bonny accommodations and bountiful breakfasts
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2
as in beautiful
very pleasing to look at
a bonny child dressed in traditional Scottish clothing
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There are five equally lovely cover fabrics to choose from, all of which are Oeko-Tex-certified for baby-soft skin, and are machine washable to make their life a little bit easier.
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The kitchen is quite small but nicely renovated (the tile floors are lovely).
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England's Anthony Gordon had a beautiful straight shot at Ghana's goal in the 57th minute, which landed straight in the arms of keeper Benjamin Asare.
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Mabinty was remembered as a beautiful soul whose kindness, love, and hardworking spirit touched everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.
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So many wonderful dinners with friends and nights out on the town.
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Soccer – football in much of the world – has a long and wonderful tradition of singing, whether that be in praise of their favorite players, mocking opponents (sometimes, brutally so) or simply urging their team forward.
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The stakes are high, the KGB agents are handsome, the intelligence is deadly and the costumes are groovy.
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This handsome portable stands out for its incredibly bright and colorful OLED display and full aluminum chassis, giving it luxurious curb appeal at a near-budget price.
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Turkey evened it in the 10th minute with an excellent two-man game from Baris Alper Yilmaz and Güler, the 21-year-old Real Madrid rising star.
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The nearby town of Dolores makes an excellent home base.
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Serve this sweet-and-spicy salad with your favorite cute cocktail picks for a fresh-and-fun summer appetizer.
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Baby raccoons, for example, are very cute, but their mother may have made a den in the attic, crawl space, or shed, which can be bad for them and for the homeowner.
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That’s thanks to the show’s terrific cast, of course, but the actors are given a lot to work with in the smart, snappy scripts.
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Cody Bellinger is quietly having a terrific season for the Yankees.
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But, expecting parents who are soccer fans can draw inspiration from the beautiful game with a gorgeous baby name inspired by the sport’s past and present stars.
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Today will be gorgeous with partly sunny skies, highs in the mid to upper 70s with low humidity.
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“Bonny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonny. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.
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