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as in outcomes
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause
one fruit of your faithfulness in carrying out your duties will be more rewarding responsibilities
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as in products
something produced by physical or intellectual effort
a popular app that was the fruit of years of research and development
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Recent Examples of fruits
Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
Advertisement Start preparing days in advance A few days before your procedure, switch to what’s called a low-residue diet—one free of high-fiber foods like whole grains, fruits, and raw vegetables—which will help minimize the amount of undigested food that lingers in your colon.
—Holly Burns, Time, 6 May 2026
The list spans roots, leaves, fruits and mushrooms.
—Ryan Brennan
may 6, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 May 2026
They are drawn to rotting fruits and vegetables, sugary drinks, vinegar, alcohol, damp and dirty sponges, garbage cans, and sink drains.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 May 2026
Its antibacterial properties control fungi that cause brown rot on fruits.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 3 May 2026
Eating a Mediterranean-style diet –– which focuses on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, healthy fish and extra-virgin olive oil, with smaller portions of eggs, dairy and poultry –– has been linked to significant increases in lifespan.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 2 May 2026
At this time of the year tomatoes need to be in the ground and producing fruits to ripen in a few weeks.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2026
Some gardeners swear that growing basil near zucchini enhances both the growth and flavor of the fruits, thanks to certain chemicals that basil releases into the soil.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 30 Apr. 2026
Noun
Smoothies — Toss a scoop of adaptogen powder or extract into a smoothie blend; the fruits and other ingredients cover the taste completely.
—Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
Advertisement Start preparing days in advance A few days before your procedure, switch to what’s called a low-residue diet—one free of high-fiber foods like whole grains, fruits, and raw vegetables—which will help minimize the amount of undigested food that lingers in your colon.
—Holly Burns, Time, 6 May 2026
The list spans roots, leaves, fruits and mushrooms.
—Ryan Brennan
may 6, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 May 2026
They are drawn to rotting fruits and vegetables, sugary drinks, vinegar, alcohol, damp and dirty sponges, garbage cans, and sink drains.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 5 May 2026
Its antibacterial properties control fungi that cause brown rot on fruits.
—Barbara Gillette, The Spruce, 3 May 2026
Eating a Mediterranean-style diet –– which focuses on fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, healthy fish and extra-virgin olive oil, with smaller portions of eggs, dairy and poultry –– has been linked to significant increases in lifespan.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 2 May 2026
At this time of the year tomatoes need to be in the ground and producing fruits to ripen in a few weeks.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2026
Some gardeners swear that growing basil near zucchini enhances both the growth and flavor of the fruits, thanks to certain chemicals that basil releases into the soil.
—Michelle Mastro, Martha Stewart, 30 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fruits
Noun
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Though that was a seamless shift from his previous claim that the two-dose series would provide plenty of protection against severe outcomes.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
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And, betting on terrible outcomes doesn't signify what the better actually wants to happen.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
7 May 2026
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Welcome to Sportico’s transactions wire, a weekly rundown of personnel, partnerships and products across the sports business industry.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
8 May 2026
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Cody Hayes/TikTok Scores of online companies are increasingly turning to generative AI technology to deceive consumers, falsely portraying themselves as struggling small businesses to charge a premium for lower quality products, an ABC News visual investigation found.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
8 May 2026
Verb
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This plant flowers year-round and, like all abutilon cultivars, is not water needy.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
30 Apr. 2026
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The results of a toxicological examination are still pending, Bavarian police said.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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But just like MomTok admits, switching things up on occasion can make for interesting results.—
Shilpa Uskokovic,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
28 Apr. 2026
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There have been some pretty great productions in the last 15 or 20 years.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
4 May 2026
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That number contains everything from Shakespeare and Moliere to modern classics by Albee and Ionesco, but the prominent elements of Bundy’s legacy should be his dedication to new works, giving them productions on a scale that few other regional theaters could match.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
4 May 2026
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Start seeds 6 to 8 weeks before the average last frost date for your area.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
4 May 2026
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Start seeds indoors 2-4 weeks before your last frost date in biodegradable pots to avoid disturbing roots when transplating outside.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 May 2026
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Shortly after the Iran war began, there were several weak Treasury auctions in which bonds cleared at higher-than-expected yields or drew insufficient buyer demand.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
28 Apr. 2026
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Meanwhile, publishers are dealing with falling open‑web ad yields, unstable traffic from platforms and a flood of low‑quality AI content competing for the same eyeballs.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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This is a high-spirited opening for curious neighbors and travelers alike, with a mischievous sense of fun that firmly roots guests in their destination.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Louisiana dirty rice is a tasty meat-and-rice dish that roots its flavor in aromatic Cajun seasoning and the holy trinity vegetables.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
12 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Fruits.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fruits. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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