as in hearts
the seat of one's deepest thoughts and emotions
deep in his breast, he knew that his father had a great love for him that did not need to be expressed in words
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as in faces
to oppose (something hostile or dangerous) with firmness or courage
breasted the diagnosis of cancer with fortitude and optimism
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Recent Examples of breasts
Anisa Arsenault, Health, 24 Oct. 2025
The intention at least seems to be to depict a woman with breasts engorged with breastmilk.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 23 Oct. 2025
Finally, pay attention to changes in your breasts, such as thickening, swelling, nipple discharge, different colors or new areas of fullness, and seek medical evaluation as soon as something looks or feels different.
—Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2025
Bake in the oven until the top crisps and the tomatoes collapse and get saucy, 20 to 25 minutes for breasts and 22 to 25 for thighs, depending on the thickness.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 22 Oct. 2025
Chicken breasts are simmered gently in chicken broth and fresh thyme sprigs, which yields a flavorful fortified stock that's perfect for another use.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2025
Add these two to your cart now, then keep shopping for even more sports bras for large breasts on Amazon, below.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 19 Oct. 2025
The inquiry followed a media report alleging Umland touched the tops of a student’s breasts during the trip while applying sunburn treatment in a hotel room, the agency’s records show.
—Danielle Duclos, jsonline.com, 17 Oct. 2025
Now, the preservation conversation is all about the breasts.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 15 Oct. 2025
Noun
But a self-exam shouldn’t just involve touch; look for visual changes or abnormalities on your breasts, too.
—Anisa Arsenault, Health, 24 Oct. 2025
The intention at least seems to be to depict a woman with breasts engorged with breastmilk.
—Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 23 Oct. 2025
Finally, pay attention to changes in your breasts, such as thickening, swelling, nipple discharge, different colors or new areas of fullness, and seek medical evaluation as soon as something looks or feels different.
—Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2025
Bake in the oven until the top crisps and the tomatoes collapse and get saucy, 20 to 25 minutes for breasts and 22 to 25 for thighs, depending on the thickness.
—The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 22 Oct. 2025
Chicken breasts are simmered gently in chicken broth and fresh thyme sprigs, which yields a flavorful fortified stock that's perfect for another use.
—Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2025
Add these two to your cart now, then keep shopping for even more sports bras for large breasts on Amazon, below.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 19 Oct. 2025
The inquiry followed a media report alleging Umland touched the tops of a student’s breasts during the trip while applying sunburn treatment in a hotel room, the agency’s records show.
—Danielle Duclos, jsonline.com, 17 Oct. 2025
Now, the preservation conversation is all about the breasts.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 15 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for breasts
Noun
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And in both cases, the women break the men's hearts by rejecting them and leaving them in tears.—
Sydney Bucksbaum,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Oct. 2025
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The academy is a crucible for human formation, a place where minds and hearts are forged in the fire of inquiry, reflection, complexity and nuance.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 Oct. 2025
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At home, Takaichi faces her own challenges.—
Hanako Montgomery,
CNN Money,
27 Oct. 2025
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Now, with a lawsuit challenging Shalom's plans to expand, the facility faces renewed scrutiny and broader questions about how Wisconsin oversees private zoos.—
Quinn Clark,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
Noun
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As a result, many legends are connected to its violent past, and its dungeon, in particular, is said to be haunted by tortured souls.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
22 Oct. 2025
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In the musical film, HUNTR/X faces their biggest threat yet in the form of the Saja Boys, a rival boy band comprised of demons intent on stealing the ladies' fanbase and feasting on their souls.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
21 Oct. 2025
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Soegeng’s investigation, however, confronts him with the foundations of corruption – a truth too close for comfort.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Oct. 2025
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Not long after, the man confronts Abby at a gas station and tells her to stay out of his life.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Now, the cave is once again the subject of ancient research, but not because of the bones left behind.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
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Collagen is a protein in the body that provides structural support to skin, bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments.—
Devineé Lingo,
Health,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Apollo, there’s a chance everyone will hate your guts in unison, and there’s no recovery.—
Nikki McCann Ramirez,
Rolling Stone,
21 Oct. 2025
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Cover the pumpkin guts with a pile of leaves or other brown materials, and make sure the bin is tightly sealed to keep animals out.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
18 Oct. 2025
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“Breasts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breasts. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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