FISTFULS Synonyms: 185 Similar and Opposite Words

fistfuls

noun

plural of fistful

as in loads

a considerable amount repairing the roof is going to cost a fistful of money

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Recent Examples of fistfuls There were no fiery explosions or massive set pieces that cycled in for fistfuls of songs. — Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 15 May 2026 Jackie would add layer upon layer of spackle to every surface — archways, radiators — then toss fistfuls of glitter at it before the compound could dry. — Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2026 But soon the film reaches its first binge-eating scene, in which Maddie violently shoves fistfuls of food into her mouth in a dark kitchen. — Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 6 Sep. 2025

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Noun

The size and specialized nature of these loads can also create opportunities for carriers to take on new customers and routes.

— Kevin Williams, CNBC, 5 Sep. 2026
Faster speeds generally mean a compromise in quality, multi-color 3D printers often waste some filament, and higher volume loads usually demand more hardware.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of loads

Noun

The company estimates that installed LNG capacity will need to reach 900 million tons per annum by 2035 to meet future demand.

— Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 14 Sep. 2026
And while their estimate of a billion tons of water is much higher than what's believed to exist, Elvis and McDowell say finding additional water could extend a large city's lifespan.

— Matthew Glasser, ABC News, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of tons

Noun

Anthony Kwan / Getty Images file Legal concerns have led to the shutdown of dozens of civil society groups, including the alliance, which voted to disband in 2021.

— Jennifer Jett, NBC news, 11 Sep. 2026
Over 760,000 teenagers in dozens of countries took the Programme for International Student Assessment last year.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of dozens

Noun

Eventually, the firms dumped the valuable slag into waste piles and wrote off the metals inside.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 15 Sep. 2026
Some T-shirts and hats were handed out, but players only briefly put them on before adding them to the piles some of them have at home.

— Fabian Ardaya, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of piles

Noun

Photos released by the center showed chunks of ceiling material, dust and debris scattered across the red carpet.

— Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026
Sebalt said funding for plumbing, sewage and enough street light poles for others to move in was sourced in small chunks and much too slowly.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of chunks

Noun

Chinese researchers have outlined a future tank that could generate its own power and strike targets hundreds of miles away.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 16 Sep. 2026
The 2,000-pound bombs have been employed by Israel on hundreds of occasions in Gaza and Lebanon, playing a significant role in the death toll of those conflicts.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of hundreds

Noun

Research published in the International Journal of Cosmetic Science (2011 study) showed that hair absorbs measurable quantities of both minerals from water alone.

— Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 14 Sep. 2026
For some time, Hadid has sold limited quantities of vintage jeans alongside her core sweater offering, with consistent success.

— Max Berlinger, Vogue, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of quantities

Noun

Disney has begun putting some ESPN content on Disney+ and offers bundles combining ESPN, Disney+ and Hulu, aiming to boost overall streaming subscriptions and engagement.

— Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 10 Sep. 2026
The decor possibilities are endless with this set of eight artificial greenery bundles that mimic leafy fall shrubs.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2026

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