Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fattening
Adjective
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The nation wants to snack its way to feeling better, and manufacturers are producing more and more fast food snacks that are increasingly calorific.—
Alex Ledsom,
Fortune Europe,
1 Dec. 2024 -
The nation wants to snack its way to feeling better, and manufacturers are producing more and more fast food snacks that are increasingly calorific.—
Alex Ledsom,
Fortune Europe,
1 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Bunting in particular seemed to benefit from his linemates’ efficiency in filling the net.—
Nick Ashbourne,
New York Times,
11 Apr. 2025
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The Yankees signed the 38-year-old to a minor league free agent contract in February, but after a series of injuries left the defending American League champs with three holes in their five-man rotation, Carrasco pitched his way into filling one with an impressive spring training.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Avocado, nuts, seeds, and fatty fish like salmon contain higher proportions of mono and polyunsaturated fats.—
Barbie Cervoni,
Verywell Health,
11 June 2025
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In addition to being available in a variety of supplements, dietary options to improve omega-3s intake include fatty fish, walnuts, flaxseeds and chia seeds.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
Adjective
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The randomized clinical trial found that participants who followed a 4:3 intermittent fasting regimen lost more weight than those who followed a daily caloric restriction plan—despite both groups receiving identical behavioral support and exercise guidance.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
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Focus on Leaner Cuts of Meat Swapping out the cut of meat can change the caloric and fat contents.—
Sohaib Imtiaz,
Verywell Health,
27 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The finish is pleasantly warming, leaving a luscious, oily texture that lingers.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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Whereas hydrating primers are made with hydrating ingredients, primers for oily skin will often include ingredients like oil-absorbing powders and exfoliants.—
Danielle Jackson,
Vogue,
1 June 2025
Adjective
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Want a fat analysis for your left arm or the muscle content in your right leg?—
Christopher Null,
Wired News,
4 June 2025
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To specify a revenue source — a tax increase, the raid of an existing program — would have created a fat target for opponents.—
George Skelton,
Mercury News,
3 June 2025
Verb
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Especially as the townspeople, including a local bishop, start feasting on him.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
21 Feb. 2025
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The ranch is plagued with destructive wild hogs, so panthers do the state a favor by feasting on the invasive pests.—
Mark Price,
Miami Herald,
19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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This helps keep the finished dish from being too greasy.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2025
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The lightweight gel texture feels like a refreshing glass of water upon application, instantly cooling and reviving the skin without leaving it greasy.—
Denise Primbet,
Glamour,
28 May 2025
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“Fattening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fattening. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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