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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
Its calming, subtly sweet and earthy-yet-spicy fragrance changes the dynamic of any room.
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Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
The earthy, nutty flavor of the poppyseeds makes a fantastic complement to the lightly tart flavor of the lemon muffins.
—Staff Author, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2026
The Aire Sutileza Elixir is floral, fresh and earthy, featuring notes of pear, lemon, jasmine sambac, vetiver, sandalwood and musk.
—Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
To me, leathery, musky, earthy, and spicy is the best way to describe this fragrance—like a mezcal cocktail set on fire for dramatic effect at a boujee restaurant.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 Apr. 2026
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Gretta Monahan, Boston Herald, 19 Apr. 2026
The earthy, nutty flavor of the poppyseeds makes a fantastic complement to the lightly tart flavor of the lemon muffins.
—Staff Author, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2026
The Aire Sutileza Elixir is floral, fresh and earthy, featuring notes of pear, lemon, jasmine sambac, vetiver, sandalwood and musk.
—Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 17 Apr. 2026
To me, leathery, musky, earthy, and spicy is the best way to describe this fragrance—like a mezcal cocktail set on fire for dramatic effect at a boujee restaurant.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for earthy
Adjective
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The sandy beach stretches on for miles, much of which is given over to beach clubs.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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The peduncle extends into sandy or muddy sediment and serves as an anchor, secured by a single large polyp.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Her pragmatic approach entails forgoing anything that’s too heavy.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
16 Apr. 2026
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Queen Elizabeth loved Kelly’s pragmatic bluntness and viewed her as an incredibly loyal friend.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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So tomato plants, for instance, need feedings every four to six weeks if planted in loamy soil to feed them at the start of flowering and fruiting.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2026
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Generally speaking, light, loamy soil is ideal for a culinary garden, but a soil test will tell you what amendments your soil needs.—
Madeline Buiano,
Martha Stewart,
12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Keep expectations realistic so no one drops the ball later.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
22 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, the eight teams in realistic danger of relegation are spread out across the board.—
Thom Harris,
New York Times,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Homes, garages and sheds could also be seen surrounded by several feet of muddy, brown river and lake water.—
Sarah Brumfield,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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The peduncle extends into sandy or muddy sediment and serves as an anchor, secured by a single large polyp.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The sporty stripes add personality, while the durable outsole keeps them practical for full days of exploring.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Apr. 2026
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Keep it practical, not perfect.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Earthy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/earthy. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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