as in rich
having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor)
after that huge Sunday brunch, everyone needed a full-bodied coffee
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Recent Examples of full-bodied
For a compact yet full-bodied blast of the Wuthering Heights experience, try the relatively faithful 2009 BBC adaptation starring Tom Hardy and Charlotte Riley, who met on set and became a couple in real life.
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Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 13 Feb. 2026
But the movie’s artful direction, nimble structure, visual richness and impeccable performances make for something full-bodied, compelling and deeply affecting, its melancholy beauty lingering long after the end credits roll.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026
Hair that’s naturally less heavy can hold more shape and bounce when styling, but maintaining a full-bodied look might take some extra coaxing.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 9 Feb. 2026
This Instant Pot chicken stock recipe delivers deep, savory flavor and a silky, full-bodied texture in a fraction of the time of traditional chicken stock (think 40 minutes, not 3 hours).
—Carla Lalli Music, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Feb. 2026
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Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 13 Feb. 2026
But the movie’s artful direction, nimble structure, visual richness and impeccable performances make for something full-bodied, compelling and deeply affecting, its melancholy beauty lingering long after the end credits roll.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 13 Feb. 2026
Hair that’s naturally less heavy can hold more shape and bounce when styling, but maintaining a full-bodied look might take some extra coaxing.
—Grace McCarty, Glamour, 9 Feb. 2026
This Instant Pot chicken stock recipe delivers deep, savory flavor and a silky, full-bodied texture in a fraction of the time of traditional chicken stock (think 40 minutes, not 3 hours).
—Carla Lalli Music, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for full-bodied
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Mounted on decadent floral walls of rich textures, The Dean boasts Dublin’s largest collection of distinctive Irish art, showcasing more than 40 local talents, including Eoin Holland, Mark Francis, Richard Gorman, Patrick Scott, and Samuel Walsh.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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His repression and economic mismanagement mean Iran is in desperate and self-evident need of change, his people yearning to be freer and richer.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
1 Mar. 2026
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CrowdStrike delivered robust quarterly results on Tuesday, exceeding expectations across all key measures.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
4 Mar. 2026
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Other residential properties are being bought at robust prices, including two apartment hubs in the Santana Row mixed-use neighborhood in west San Jose and two apartment complexes that are across the street from each other in south San Jose.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2026
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Keller Mayor Armin Mizani has a strong lead over former Tarrant County GOP Treasurer Fred Tate in the Republican primary for state House in District 98 after the early voting, according to unofficial results.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
4 Mar. 2026
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In addition to seeing stronger hair over time, she’s noticed that adding this formula to her regimen has helped improve her energy levels and balance her hormone levels.—
Emily Orofino,
Vogue,
4 Mar. 2026
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For both sides of the conflict, oil is both a potent weapon and a vulnerability.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
28 Feb. 2026
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The bad news is that both the Oilers and Jets are more potent on offense than the Flames, Edmonton especially so, and the Sharks just can’t seem to sustain a solid defensive effort for 60 minutes.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
27 Feb. 2026
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