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Even though diet culture often frames snacking as a negative—an unbridled act of gluttony at best, and a sign of moral weakness at worst—reaching for an edible pick-me-up when the hunger pangs hit is the most natural thing in the world.—
Caroline Tien,
SELF,
6 June 2025 -
Whether exploring gluttony and sin (Pirates of the Caribbean), the impermanence of life (Haunted Mansion) or perseverance in hard work (Snow White’s Enchanted Wish), Disneyland finds delight in the messiness of life.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
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Lucy’s materialism is what drove the two apart before.—
Myisha Battle,
Time,
20 June 2025
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In a world that encourages materialism and consumerism, choosing to leave space—even if only 20%—sends a powerful message to yourself and, possibly, inspires others to do the same.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 June 2025
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But from the beginning, Chiuri was the target of critics who skimmed over the political messages of her shows and dismissed her efforts to create wearable wardrobe options for women as bland commercialism.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
29 May 2025
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Gosney said Soleri’s opposition to commercialism had stymied the growth of Arcosanti, a community already separate from major metropolitan areas.—
Chase Hunter,
The Mercury News,
18 Feb. 2025
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This potent synergy could leave you questioning the strength of your emotional foundations while challenging your dreams and longings in unexpected ways.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
18 June 2025
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My research focuses on nostalgia – a sentimental longing for treasured moments in our personal pasts – and how nostalgia is linked to our well-being and feelings of connection with others.—
Chelsea Reid,
The Conversation,
17 June 2025
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Advertisement Norris said law enforcement did not know if there was a connection between Roley's desire to become a firefighter at one point and the shooting.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
1 July 2025
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Despite a desire for growth, one thing that will not change is the name of the market, which honors Zelazko’s mother and father-in-law.—
Olivia Lee,
Charlotte Observer,
1 July 2025
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“Piggishness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/piggishness. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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