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Adjective
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Meanwhile, recent increases in overnight temperatures in Texas may have made the region more hospitable to tropical species, which could explain green jays’ expansion north, according to Keitt.—
Amanda Schupak,
CNN Money,
29 Sep. 2025 -
Pawpaws, guavas, and persimmons can add a spicy tropical flair to drinks like the Gin Fizz, Collins, and Old Fashioned, while cranberry adds a splash of tartness and festivity to margaritas and Palomas.—
Essence,
Essence,
29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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So, what started as a steamy romance trilogy shifts into thriller territory, complete with high-speed car chases, kidnapping, and ridiculous life-or-death stakes.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Oct. 2025
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The remnants of a tropical storm that brought steamy rain and a volatile atmosphere to the Bay Area last week have faded, according to the National Weather Service.—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
30 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The natural, summery materials were also plied into perforated bucket hats and cloche designs.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
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My risotto had burrata and fresh asparagus and followed a summery appetizer tart with pea tendrils, creme fraiche, and a minty pistou.—
Maya Kachroo-Levine,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Also common: sitting in a muggy bathroom while the shower is running, or wrapping a super-hot, wet towel on their head.—
Megan McIntyre,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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While summers are notoriously muggy and spring is crowded with cherry blossom–seeking tourists, the fall has always been my favorite time of year to get outside in the District, especially as the leaves start to turn fiery gold.—
Kathleen Rellihan,
Outside,
26 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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That irritation makes the airway more twitchy, more inflamed and prone to narrow.—
Bill Frist,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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This loop then results in a more inflamed and damaged gut lining.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Best Things to See and Do One of the highlights of the Russell-Brasstown Scenic Byway is its access to hiking trails, so make sure to bring decent walking or hiking shoes and a warm layer or two.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Oct. 2025
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Used a mulch, leaves keep soil cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter, protecting plant roots from extreme temperatures.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Ekitike has displayed that in his general play but also his goal celebrations — like the talking hand gesture in the Community Shield, when speculation over Isak’s arrival was still feverish, or his bow in the Merseyside derby — and dancing to his song post-match.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
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The attempt to escape produces a feverish condition in the animal, and that tends to impart a strong flavor to the meat.—
Maurice H. Decker,
Outdoor Life,
17 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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In line with her recent beauty philosophy, the star opted for a minimal makeup look with flushed cheeks and a subtle pink lip.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
30 Sep. 2025
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The only thing left to figure out is when this regime, this flawed rebuild, which began in 2019, stops circling the drain and finally gets flushed.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Canicular.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/canicular. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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