1
as in welcomed
to receive or accept gladly or readily
predictably, moviegoers ate up the sequel to last summer's blockbuster
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2
as in consumed
to destroy all trace of
the surf created by a powerful hurricane could really eat up what's left of the island's eastern beach
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Verb
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Staff helped with bags as needed, called for taxis promptly, and always welcomed us back with a friendly smile upon returning from dinner or other outings.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 Feb. 2026 -
Neve Campbell has welcomed the Scream franchise back into her life.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
26 Feb. 2026
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In late September 2020, the hospitality world, including foodies around the world, watched in horror as parts of this beloved resort, including the restaurant, were consumed by the Glass Fire.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Feb. 2026
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This was one of those stories that could have consumed the global media that descended into Milan and the Italian Alps for the duration of these Games.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
23 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Across the country, cities have embraced historic districts and cultural corridors as anchors of pride and prosperity.—
Alvin C. Hathaway Sr,
Baltimore Sun,
22 Feb. 2026
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Their steadfast romance speaks not of life interrupted but rather adapted and embraced.—
Carol Guzy,
NPR,
22 Feb. 2026
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“Eaten (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eaten%20%28up%29. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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