as in prolific
producing abundantly
settlers gradually migrated from the rocky shores to more fructuous lands
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By Miller’s count, Fiebig had become one of the most prolific shot-stoppers in the state — in part because, well, U-46’s opponents rarely lacked for scoring chances.—
Andrew Carter,
Chicago Tribune,
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Huge herds of elephants gather at the water’s edge during the dry season, while boat trips bring you up close to crocodiles, hippos, buffaloes and prolific birdlife.—
Sarah Kingdom,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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The haze of memory and how photography could serve as a fertile medium in which to explore that theme would become central to Hasbun’s practice in the decades to come.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
22 May 2026
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The identity of a place, as fertile ground, always sets the tone of my story.—
Natalie Stoclet,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Rooms are done in rich fabrics in warm earth tones and dressed up with elements of local design, such as reproductions of Pavel Janak’s angular Cubist timber chairs and elegant chaise longues from designer Adolf Loos.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 May 2026
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Key Takeaways As a low-glycemic-index fruit, dates are rich in nutrients, antioxidants, and fiber, offering potential health benefits.—
Cristina Mutchler,
Verywell Health,
25 May 2026
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“Fructuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fructuous. Accessed 28 May. 2026.
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