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
Go north to Nashville, up east towards the plush and twanging Appalachians, probably swing over the dust-blowing Southwest, and likely other directions yet to be uncovered by the prodigious maven.
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Aaron Davis, Sacbee.com, 1 June 2025
The bar’s intimate size, combined with its plush furnishings and stellar service, creates an experience worthy of a Great Gatsby scene.
—Spencer Whaley, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
The Soul Naturalizer Goodtimes Sandals feature a plush, cushioned sole to keep your feet comfortable and ache-free for hours, plus an elevated, feminine design that will match with any dress code or color palette.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 23 May 2025
The plush fabric provides adequate coverage, while the inner rounded liners keep the fabric away from your eyelids.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 22 May 2025
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Aaron Davis, Sacbee.com, 1 June 2025
The bar’s intimate size, combined with its plush furnishings and stellar service, creates an experience worthy of a Great Gatsby scene.
—Spencer Whaley, Forbes.com, 27 May 2025
The Soul Naturalizer Goodtimes Sandals feature a plush, cushioned sole to keep your feet comfortable and ache-free for hours, plus an elevated, feminine design that will match with any dress code or color palette.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 23 May 2025
The plush fabric provides adequate coverage, while the inner rounded liners keep the fabric away from your eyelids.
—Pamela Brill, Parents, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plush
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Non-physician educational experiences differ widely by program, geography and clinical focus, leading to a workforce rich in potential but fragmented in preparation.—
Jesse Corn,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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The texture of the shampoo was rich, coated the hair well, and imparted a like-new shine — thanks to the product’s rich ingredients of coconut oil, silk proteins, shea butter, and neem oil.—
Kayla Blanton,
People.com,
5 June 2025
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Their genre-blending sound laid the foundation for future music icons, influencing everyone from Jimi Hendrix (who once played guitar for them) to The Notorious B.I.G. But just as impactful as their sound was their style: bold, luxurious, and unapologetically Black.—
Karissa Mitchell,
Essence,
5 June 2025
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These Egyptian cotton sheets are both durable and luxurious.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2025
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On the complex palate, vibrant fruit emerges, supported by a robust herbaceous backbone, while subtle wood adds depth to the outstanding finish.—
Hudson Lindenberger,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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For Better Wi-Fi 6 Amazon Eero 6+ $300 $225 $240 $180 The Eero 6+ offers everything the regular Eero 6 does, including easy setup, a similar compact design, and robust smart home support.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
1 June 2025
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Linkin Park’s comeback album From Zero is a major commercial success again in the United Kingdom this week, thanks to a huge uptick in interest, which was sparked by the release of a deluxe edition of the title.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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However, despite her acting declaration, Grande still treated fans with a deluxe edition of her latest album, Eternal Sunshine.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
30 May 2025
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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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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
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These showy shrubs are bursting with personality—from fabulous texture-rich foliage to luxuriant blooms.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
25 May 2025
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It is also known as Damask or Damascene rose and is revered for its luxuriant scent.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2025
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“Plush.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plush. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.
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