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
Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 9 May 2026
At the Sceners Gallery on the eastern edge of Paris, far from the Metropolitan Museum, where Kim Kardashian arrived at the Met Gala in a metallic orange breastplate with pert breasts and curvaceous hips, there are several examples of the art that inspired her.
—Amy Verner, Vogue, 7 May 2026
Those were some of the chants from a few dozen protesters, some clad in pink balaclavas, some with bared breasts, floral crowns, and messages scrawled across their bodies, outside the Russian Pavilion at the 2026 Venice Biennale on Wednesday morning.
—Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 6 May 2026
Clothing that looks good on the hanger doesn’t always feel good on the body, especially when flare-prone areas like the underarms, inner thighs and beneath the breasts are involved.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 6 May 2026
The chicken breasts are cooked with a ginger-garlic mixture that is also used to amp up the dressing.
—Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 30 Apr. 2026
Since the marinade clings to the meat almost like a crust, leaner chicken breasts can work here, too, but to me there’s nothing that beats the juiciness and even-cooking of boneless, skinless thighs on the hibachi.
—Sheldon Simeon, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Apr. 2026
Or butterfly or flatten chicken breasts.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2026
Add chicken breasts to bowl with remaining dressing; turn to evenly coat.
—Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026
Noun
Other complaints had to do with the Puerto Rican rap star grabbing his crotch, and with two dancers who allegedly grabbed each other's breasts (which, if true, is a wild dance move).
—Matt Reigle Outkick, FOXNews.com, 9 May 2026
At the Sceners Gallery on the eastern edge of Paris, far from the Metropolitan Museum, where Kim Kardashian arrived at the Met Gala in a metallic orange breastplate with pert breasts and curvaceous hips, there are several examples of the art that inspired her.
—Amy Verner, Vogue, 7 May 2026
Those were some of the chants from a few dozen protesters, some clad in pink balaclavas, some with bared breasts, floral crowns, and messages scrawled across their bodies, outside the Russian Pavilion at the 2026 Venice Biennale on Wednesday morning.
—Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 6 May 2026
Clothing that looks good on the hanger doesn’t always feel good on the body, especially when flare-prone areas like the underarms, inner thighs and beneath the breasts are involved.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 6 May 2026
The chicken breasts are cooked with a ginger-garlic mixture that is also used to amp up the dressing.
—Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 30 Apr. 2026
Since the marinade clings to the meat almost like a crust, leaner chicken breasts can work here, too, but to me there’s nothing that beats the juiciness and even-cooking of boneless, skinless thighs on the hibachi.
—Sheldon Simeon, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Apr. 2026
Or butterfly or flatten chicken breasts.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Apr. 2026
Add chicken breasts to bowl with remaining dressing; turn to evenly coat.
—Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for breasts
Noun
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With its sarong, curve-enhancing silhouette, and scooped neckline, the little red dress is enough to stop hearts, take breath away, and provide CPR all at once.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
11 May 2026
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This one, from the chef Perfecte Rocher (now cooking in San Diego), makes the most of spring delights, including fava beans and artichoke hearts.—
Carolynn Carreño,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
Verb
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Jenkinson, who faces two counts, is accused of threatening Andrew on Wednesday and another man on Tuesday.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
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Price, who has represented the district since 2013, faces a dozen felony charges, including grand theft by embezzlement of public funds, conflict of interest and perjury.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
9 May 2026
Noun
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The history wonks upstairs tell us that ancient Egyptians considered butterflies to be symbols of eternity, souls and divine transformation.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
9 May 2026
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For audiences, the echo chamber that develops in the villas can seem debilitating to a possible reconciliation, but Walberg says that there are invariably a few authentic souls whose support is sincere rather than a tactic to get them into mischief.—
Todd Gilchrist,
IndieWire,
7 May 2026
Verb
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The dinner scene with Niall’s mum, Lori (Neve McIntosh), and Ruben’s mum, Maura (Marianne McIvor) — when Joanna confronts them over Ruben’s behaviour — is both chilling and cathartic.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
8 May 2026
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During a particularly tense visit to his Florida home in her early 20s, Konkle confronts her dad about being inappropriate with her and other female friends.—
Savannah Walsh,
Vanity Fair,
6 May 2026
Noun
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At the 2025 Met Gala, Vogue declared that boobs are back—a truth that would resonate throughout the year, as heaving bosoms (both natural and man-made) appeared on red carpets everywhere.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
1 Jan. 2026
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Think of it, there are a hundred and forty-seven great works reposing in the bosoms of a hundred and forty-seven great men, and the tragic thing is that not one of those hundred and forty-seven great works will ever be written.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Dec. 2025
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However, the case has taken a new turn after human bones were recently discovered at her Arizona home.—
Allison DeGrushe,
StyleCaster,
8 May 2026
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If the bones are strong, enhancements multiply.—
Zakkiyyah Terrell White,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Hailing from Hartbeat and Alfred Street Industries, Funny AF was created by Hart with the goal of finding the next great voice in comedy with the guts, perspective, and punchlines to become the next household name.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
6 May 2026
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Lubchansky’s graphic novel is vivid and delightful, full of noodly limbs, swirling tentacles, and cartoon blood and guts.—
Emma Sarappo,
The Atlantic,
1 May 2026
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“Breasts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/breasts. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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