as in damn
the smallest amount or part imaginable
they choose to live modestly and don't seem to give a fig for the trappings of success
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Recent Examples of fig
Good sources of insoluble fiber include raspberries, pears, apricots, figs, and prunes, which are known for promoting regularity.14
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Lauren O'Connor, Health, 3 June 2025
Enjoy figs on their own or paired with nuts or cheese.
—Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 2 June 2025
Landscaping the backyard and adding privacy plants while maintaining existing varieties, such as quince, pomegranate, apple, plum, orange, pineapple guava and fig trees.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 5 June 2025
At Sandals Barbados, landscaping preserves the local bearded fig trees, referencing the island’s history and its name, which originates from the trees’ beard-like appearance.
—Sandals Resorts, AFAR Media, 4 June 2025
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Lauren O'Connor, Health, 3 June 2025
Enjoy figs on their own or paired with nuts or cheese.
—Sarah Anzlovar, Verywell Health, 2 June 2025
Landscaping the backyard and adding privacy plants while maintaining existing varieties, such as quince, pomegranate, apple, plum, orange, pineapple guava and fig trees.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 5 June 2025
At Sandals Barbados, landscaping preserves the local bearded fig trees, referencing the island’s history and its name, which originates from the trees’ beard-like appearance.
—Sandals Resorts, AFAR Media, 4 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fig
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And as far as luxurious treats go, well, the afternoon high tea there is not to be missed, and the theme changing monthly offers the strongest argument yet to treat oneself ad infinitum without giving a tinker’s damn about the current economy.—
Timothy DePeugh,
Charlotte Observer,
1 May 2025
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Since the death of Tom Petty meant an end to his primary job in 2017, Tench has still been visible in the background as a member of the house band in practically any tribute show that’s worth a damn.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2025
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As Reed tried to capitalize, LA Knight hit the ring and got his lick back.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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Discussing the tough time for the music industry, the character doesn’t show a lick of empathy for his team.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2025
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The most memorable offerings didn’t care a whit about product-testing strategies.—
Charles McNulty,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2025
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Vie comes on the heels of Doja’s 2023 album Scarlet, whit hit No. 4 on the Billboard 200.—
Mackenzie Cummings-Grady,
Billboard,
30 Apr. 2025
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This Would Work' by Ann Garvin This book is an absolute hoot.—
Amy Poeppel,
People.com,
11 June 2025
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Reading about being a turtle, on the other hand, is kind of a hoot.—
A.O. Scott,
New York Times,
13 June 2025
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“Fig.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fig. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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