as in plump
having an excess of body fat
the basset hound was so obese that its stomach touched the floor
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Recent Examples of obese
Scientists are still piecing together the reason for this trend, especially since many young patients aren’t obese and don’t have a family history of the disease.
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Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 3 June 2025
People who are obese, over 65, or have darker skin may be more at risk for deficiency—and about 50% to 60% of nursing home residents and patients in hospitals are vitamin D deficient.
—Erica Sweeney, Time, 28 May 2025
Over 40 percent of American adults are obese, according to data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, and around 20 percent of children and teens.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 May 2025
In the 1960s, less than 5% of the children were obese, now over 20% are obese.
—Alexander Tin, CBS News, 22 May 2025
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Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 3 June 2025
People who are obese, over 65, or have darker skin may be more at risk for deficiency—and about 50% to 60% of nursing home residents and patients in hospitals are vitamin D deficient.
—Erica Sweeney, Time, 28 May 2025
Over 40 percent of American adults are obese, according to data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, and around 20 percent of children and teens.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 May 2025
In the 1960s, less than 5% of the children were obese, now over 20% are obese.
—Alexander Tin, CBS News, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for obese
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After the treatment, skin was visibly more plump, smooth, hydrated and radiant.—
Bianca Salonga,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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Its hero ingredients include niacinamide (a.k.a. vitamin B3), known for minimizing pores and reducing fine lines, along with Premium Elastin from France, shea butter, and hyaluronic acid, all of which moisturize and plump skin for a more youthful, glowy appearance.—
Melony Forcier,
People.com,
19 June 2025
Adjective
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Before the era of inflation and taxes, stocks were a specialists’ forte of no interest to the broad population getting fat and happy on the bounty of the industrial revolution.—
Brian Domitrovic,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Estrogen also helps regulate blood sugar by supporting insulin production, improving insulin sensitivity, and reducing fat storage and inflammation.—
Karina Zaiets,
USA Today,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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Barclays initiates at overweight rating and $215 price target Analyst Ramsey El-Assal's price target was approximately 19% higher than Circle's closing price on Friday.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
30 June 2025
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For instance, on a domestic American Airlines itinerary, a single bag weighing 80 pounds would incur a $200 overweight fee.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 June 2025
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Richie’s hairstylist George Curran opted for movement in the form of a bouncy blowout, using a round brush and blow-dryer to create volume and a soft curve.—
Bella Cacciatore,
Glamour,
27 June 2025
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Aside from a round diamond pendant, nothing is more classic—and timeless—than initial necklaces.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
25 June 2025
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“Obese.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obese. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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