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 With seven must-have shades, from shimmering sheers to creamy, full-bodied hues, there’s a glossy look for every mood, every vibe, every baddie. Larry Stansbury, Essence, 21 May 2025 The formula features the brand’s patented thickening molecule and water-soluble resins to create full-bodied, touchable volume that doesn’t feel sticky or stiff. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 May 2025 The palate is full-bodied, with dark chocolate, molasses, plum, toasted coconut, and a touch of acidity from the wine barrels. Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025 The brush head features a mix of tufted bristles and nylon pins that, when combined with the steady airflow, three temperature settings, and lightweight design, make easy work of achieving a full-bodied blowout at home. Sophia Panych, Allure, 15 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for full-bodied
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  • Oklahoma City is rich in First American history and culture, and there are myriad ways to connect with it, from authentic Native American restaurants to attending cultural events and shopping at local businesses.
    Anne Roderique-Jones, Travel + Leisure, 24 May 2025
  • Behind the fizz is a category rich in history, layered with tradition, and increasingly serious about quality.
    Emily Price, Forbes.com, 24 May 2025
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  • Sephora has effectively implemented this by building a robust online community.
    Erik Huberman, Rolling Stone, 21 May 2025
  • But Pruitt, who had met Cameron while planning a documentary about him, helped launch a virtual museum—a robust online site with more than 3,700 pages frequented by international scholars—and finally opened a brick-and-mortar location on the original site in 2022.
    Elaine Glusac, AFAR Media, 21 May 2025
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  • According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.
    Elliot Hughes, Journal Sentinel, 13 Jan. 2023
  • This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.
    National Geographic, National Geographic, 13 Jan. 2023
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  • Major battlefield victories or changes in Russian politics are the most potent weapons, while sanctions can erode morale and resources.
    Ken Silverstein, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
  • While some have critiqued the plan due to size and scope and unbalanced comparison between the U.S. and Israel, it's anticipated that the Golden Dome will provide a more potent defense against adversaries like Russia, China, Iran and North Korea.
    Nick Mordowanec, MSNBC Newsweek, 20 May 2025

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“Full-bodied.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/full-bodied. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.

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