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as in plentiful
being more than enough without being excessive
there were cornucopian profits for the last three quarters
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as in prolific
producing abundantly
one of the most cornucopian sources of all of literature, the legend of King Arthur has inspired everything from epic poems to musical dramas
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Recent Examples of cornucopian
One prominent critic, academic economist Julian Simon, argued for what came to be called the cornucopian view, which held that the only limits to growth were imagination and ingenuity.
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The Conversation, 16 Mar. 2026
Simon’s cornucopian vision, with all its faith in ingenuity, was fueled by a seemingly endless supply of new people, bringing fresh minds and innovative ideas.
—Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
The Conversation, 16 Mar. 2026
Simon’s cornucopian vision, with all its faith in ingenuity, was fueled by a seemingly endless supply of new people, bringing fresh minds and innovative ideas.
—Foreign Affairs, 16 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cornucopian
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Castine, Maine Pristine sandy beaches like Wadsworth Cove might be scarce in this small waterfront village, but Castine makes up for it with a rich seafaring history and plentiful water activities.—
Kira Turnbull,
Travel + Leisure,
6 June 2026
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Ergonomics are excellent, storage for small items is abundant, and charging ports are plentiful throughout the cabin.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 June 2026
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Nico Paz, attacking midfielder, Argentina The 2022 World Cup champions already have an abundance of attacking talent headlined by the legendary Lionel Messi and prolific strikers Julian Alvarez and Lautaro Martinez.—
Christian Marshall,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2026
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Oprah Winfrey and Tom Hanks will narrate portions of the audio tour for the presidential library, and prolific voice actor Cree Summer will narrate a family-centric guide.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2026
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The couple regretted booking that flight, and now ensure that their layovers have ample time.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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The wildlife spotting is superb, and the waterfront activities ample.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Scientists then release enough sterile flies to overwhelm the local fertile fly population.—
Jen Christensen,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
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The mass release of dud studs elbows out fertile males, preventing them from mating with females, which generally only mate once.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
3 June 2026
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Visitors to New Castle, Delaware, are greeted by cobblestone streets, alleys, dense urbanism and rich history.—
Staff,
USA Today,
8 June 2026
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Maryland’s identity is intertwined with the luminous blue crab, which builds up fat reserves in the cold waters of the Chesapeake Bay during winter hibernation, giving it a bold, rich flavor.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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Your generous spirit shines when plans feel fair, so speak confidently and listen fully until both of you feel supported.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 June 2026
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The main residence carries an old-world hacienda rhythm, with open corridors, generous gathering spaces and a central kitchen and dining area made for breezes, long lunches and slow afternoons.—
Spencer Elliott,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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When farmers implemented regenerative techniques, the yield was more abundant, and the soil was full of microbial life.—
Special to The Denver Post,
Denver Post,
29 May 2026
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The highlight of your month arrives on June 9, when Venus and Jupiter align in your sign in one of the most abundant and feel-good transits of the year.—
Kirah Tabourn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 May 2026
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“Cornucopian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cornucopian. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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