1
as in rich
having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor)
a particularly plush and buttery chardonnay
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2
as in luxurious
showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort
a plush estate filled with priceless art and antiques
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Recent Examples of plush
The star attraction is the massive wraparound deck, which boasts an outdoor shower, plunge pool, built-in misting system, and plush seating for watching vervet monkey antics with a drink in hand.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Mar. 2026
Hand-stitched and overly plush, the front is made from a cotton and linen blend, while the reverse side is 100% cotton.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2026
Along the long, curved bar are green plush chairs and a DJ setup to spin vinyls.
—Hannah Kirby, jsonline.com, 25 Feb. 2026
All models still retain the roomy rear seat and plush feel of the 5 Series.
—Scotty Reiss, Parents, 24 Feb. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Mar. 2026
Hand-stitched and overly plush, the front is made from a cotton and linen blend, while the reverse side is 100% cotton.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2026
Along the long, curved bar are green plush chairs and a DJ setup to spin vinyls.
—Hannah Kirby, jsonline.com, 25 Feb. 2026
All models still retain the roomy rear seat and plush feel of the 5 Series.
—Scotty Reiss, Parents, 24 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plush
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The cliffside lodge offers a front row view of one of the most biologically rich places on the planet, UNESCO’s Vhembe Biosphere Reserve near South Africa’s border with Zimbabwe.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Mar. 2026
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Lucky for you, Ortega’s exact carryall is on sale now, along with a range of other rich-girl purses from $84.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
8 Mar. 2026
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If not eaten immediately, the lovely creaminess becomes a dense pile of goop with no hope of Cinderella-ing itself back to a luxurious state.—
Nina Moskowitz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Mar. 2026
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The construction gives it a medium-support feel—plush enough to feel luxurious, yet structured enough to provide meaningful reinforcement.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
10 Mar. 2026
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In November last year, Rheinmetall predicted its sales would quintuple over the next five years, boosted by robust demand for its weapons systems amid geopolitical tensions and the war in Ukraine.—
Elsa Ohlen,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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Elsewhere in Southern California, desert parks are seeing robust but smaller-scale blooms.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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This Is Lorelei’s Nate Amos has announced a super deluxe version of his 2024 album Box for Buddy, Box for Star.—
Nina Corcoran,
Pitchfork,
9 Mar. 2026
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This deluxe two-volume box set includes both hardcover manga volumes illustrated by Miyazaki, as well as a bonus Studio Ghibli poster.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
9 Mar. 2026
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The strong currents from flash floods can pull drivers off roadways.—
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
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Tokyo has shown no interest in military involvement, but some experts believe the conflict could bolster Takaichi's push for a stronger military and expanded weapons sales.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Mar. 2026
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There was a long, luxuriant lunch at Suginome, one of the city's oldest ryōtei, a genre of restaurant that, not so long ago, offered entertainment by geisha and private rooms where businessmen and politicians made deals over elaborate dinners.—
Alex Halberstadt,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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In luxuriant landscapes, Shinomiya’s trio (voiced by Riku Hagiwara, Kotone Furukawa and Miyu Irino) throw lines at each other with strong alchemy.—
Kevin Giraud,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2026
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Now, the latest listing is poised to test just how far Miami’s ultra-luxury market can stretch.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
2 Mar. 2026
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Boasting very cushy captain’s seats in the first two rows, Nissan stands out from other non-luxury brands that struggle with comfort.—
Marc D Grasso,
Hartford Courant,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Plush.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plush. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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