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Recent Examples of hot-bloodedness
The horse’s hot-bloodedness was something to overpower.
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Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hot-bloodedness
Noun
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This is not manufactured, like the DeSantis administration’s obsession with bogus fluoride studies or vaccine conspiracies.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
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Born blind and yearning for connection, his early obsession with the telephone sparks a subculture that shapes the future of hacking and technology.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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But some states' tax-cutting zeal is hitting political resistance to slashing local government and public school funding.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
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Mary, who was just finishing up undergrad at NYU herself, responded to a casting-call flyer Ron posted and slipped into the role with the confrontational zeal of a creative soul mate.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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He was admitted to the hospital after experiencing high fever, low oxygen, sweating and chills, DF Star Hospital said in a statement.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Mar. 2026
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William rides to the camp where Benjamin died in custody, and it is confirmed by the captain that there was an outbreak of jail fever.—
Lincee Ray,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The recent public infatuation with Bessette-Kennedy’s minimalistic ’90s style has been pervasive to say the least.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
13 Mar. 2026
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Once Jeremiyah Love comes off the board — possibly in the top five — the infatuation ends.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Having picked a capital of luxury as his setting, Stroheim proceeded lavishly, expanding his fanaticism for detail, his cast of characters and extras, his vision of villainy, and, of course, his budget.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
17 Jan. 2026
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Just think how much better for Iran and for the whole world if there was a popular and legitimate democratic government in Tehran more interested in improving the lot of the Iranian people than waging war in the name of religious fanaticism.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
12 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Newly out of school, Stanton was at first less interested in Smith’s ideas than she was attracted to the excitement and glamour of his circle.—
Moira Donegan,
New Yorker,
13 Mar. 2026
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Following the main festival, an exclusive after-party at Stadium Club keeps the excitement flowing as guests get to know their city’s newest craft spirit.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The violent earnestness is like a speaker-phone therapy session on a crowded subway.—
Samuel Hyland,
Pitchfork,
17 Mar. 2026
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That thread of earnestness in the plot and character development definitely makes its way into the finale.—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
17 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In a medium bowl, whisk the yogurt, eggs, ½ cup oil, sugar and zest until just smooth.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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Top the roasted carrots with a little lemon zest, more herbs, or a drizzle of honey for a simple upgrade that will make everyone ask for seconds.—
Maria Helm Sinskey,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Mar. 2026
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