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as in pragmatic
willing to see things as they really are and deal with them sensibly
the dog trainer was earthy, no-nonsense, and blunt—with us, as well as our dog
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Recent Examples of earthy
Steep Canyon Rangers comes from the Appalachian mountains of the East Coast, and the natural, earthy quality of bluegrass music relates to the natural world in that way, Smith said.
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Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Warm and earthy tones were very important to convey a safe cozy feeling.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
This was a really intriguing spirit, with earthy, sour, ripe fruit notes, and zero smoke (an intentional omission, as Lopez-Sela believes smoke can mask the true character of the agave).
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 2 Mar. 2026
Imagine a flavor that’s reminiscent of both earthy carrots and herbaceous parsley, all in one leafy green package.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
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Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 3 Mar. 2026
Warm and earthy tones were very important to convey a safe cozy feeling.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
This was a really intriguing spirit, with earthy, sour, ripe fruit notes, and zero smoke (an intentional omission, as Lopez-Sela believes smoke can mask the true character of the agave).
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 2 Mar. 2026
Imagine a flavor that’s reminiscent of both earthy carrots and herbaceous parsley, all in one leafy green package.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for earthy
Adjective
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Seychelles One of the most beautiful beaches in the world, this sandy strip is surrounded by lush palms and polished granite boulders.—
Melanie van Zyl,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Mar. 2026
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This easy-care perennial thrives in dry, sandy soil.—
Lynn McAlpine,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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That was a pragmatic starting point.—
Steven Fulop,
New York Daily News,
8 Mar. 2026
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If the regime falls, China would probably pursue pragmatic engagement with whatever authority emerges, safeguarding its economic interests in transactional fashion.—
John Calabrese,
The Conversation,
6 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Heavy soil will retain more moisture than airy sandy or loamy soils.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
19 Feb. 2026
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To test if soil is loamy, take a fistful with a gloved hand and ball it up in your palm.—
Nadia Hassani,
The Spruce,
16 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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There were no indications of direct intervention — but such an expectation wouldn’t be realistic.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
3 Mar. 2026
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Everyone is mature and realistic here.—
Alexandra Glorioso,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Thanks to the rubber slip-resistant outsole, these loafers provide great stability, especially on icy and muddy ground in winter and spring.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Mar. 2026
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Also, his name is muddier than the contestants after a crawl under a net challenge.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Your 2nd house also supports practical purchases, which is a great reminder to make durable, budget-respectful choices over flashy upgrades.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
10 Mar. 2026
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Gas prices are rising again, and many drivers are looking for practical ways to save money at the pump as costs climb.—
Keith Laing,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Earthy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/earthy. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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