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as in loads
a considerable amount
made a pot of money in the real estate market
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as in bellies
an enlarged or bulging abdomen
vowed that he would never get a pot, that telltale sign of middle age
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Recent Examples of pots
Lauren David, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
Mix large statement pots — small trees or tall ornamental grasses work well — with medium plants and trailing varieties that spill over the edges.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 28 Apr. 2026
Mix large statement pots — think small trees, tall ornamental grasses or a dramatic fiddle-leaf fig — with medium plants and trailing varieties that spill over the edges.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Materials Seed-starting trays Small pots Seed-starting mix Instructions Fill each container with seed-starting mix to 1/2 inch below the top of the container, says Spoonemore.
—Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 28 Apr. 2026
Build a Garden Room With Container Groupings Rather than scattering single pots around the perimeter, gather them in clusters of varying heights.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
Group plants in clusters of varying heights, mixing larger statement pots — think a small tree or tall ornamental grass — with medium plants and trailing varieties.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
Inside the trash compactor, detectives found pots and pans, Limon’s wallet and glasses and Bristy’s pink iPhone case.
—Dan Sullivan, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
Every few minutes, the quiet of a muggy spring evening in the Park Glen neighborhood in far north Fort Worth was broken by the clanging of pots, pans, air horns, and other noisemakers as residents looked skyward at unwanted guests.
—Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Apr. 2026
Noun
Porous pots will retain less water and moisture.
—Lauren David, Southern Living, 28 Apr. 2026
Mix large statement pots — small trees or tall ornamental grasses work well — with medium plants and trailing varieties that spill over the edges.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 28 Apr. 2026
Mix large statement pots — think small trees, tall ornamental grasses or a dramatic fiddle-leaf fig — with medium plants and trailing varieties that spill over the edges.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 28 Apr. 2026
Materials Seed-starting trays Small pots Seed-starting mix Instructions Fill each container with seed-starting mix to 1/2 inch below the top of the container, says Spoonemore.
—Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 28 Apr. 2026
Build a Garden Room With Container Groupings Rather than scattering single pots around the perimeter, gather them in clusters of varying heights.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 28 Apr. 2026
Group plants in clusters of varying heights, mixing larger statement pots — think a small tree or tall ornamental grass — with medium plants and trailing varieties.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 28 Apr. 2026
Inside the trash compactor, detectives found pots and pans, Limon’s wallet and glasses and Bristy’s pink iPhone case.
—Dan Sullivan, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
Every few minutes, the quiet of a muggy spring evening in the Park Glen neighborhood in far north Fort Worth was broken by the clanging of pots, pans, air horns, and other noisemakers as residents looked skyward at unwanted guests.
—Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pots
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The venture has grown to include striking villas inspired by the landscape, suites with biological pools (sans chemicals), and restaurants galore—and even a sister property in Lisbon.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
1 May 2026
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When choosing a plan, Florida residents should consider coverage for HVAC systems, pools, and potential rust damage.—
Sharon Wu,
USA Today,
1 May 2026
Noun
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Engineers can simulate movements, loads, and environmental conditions before real deployment.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Apr. 2026
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However, there are moments of reprieve between loads of clothes, sheets, and towels.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Apr. 2026
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These sweet, tangy, and saucy little bites have long held a special place in our hearts—and bellies.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
3 May 2026
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Stretch and support for blooming bellies were key.—
Lisa Gutierrez
May 1,
Kansas City Star,
1 May 2026
Verb
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Plant seeds about 2 inches apart and 1/2-inch deep.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
29 Apr. 2026
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Plant seeds 1 to 2 inches apart at a depth of 1/4 inch in rows spaced 12 to 24 inches apart.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Apr. 2026
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Duffy said Spirit has the money in reserve funds to refund travelers who booked tickets before the airline ceased operations earlier this morning.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
2 May 2026
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The club is, in fact, controlled by funds managed by Clearlake Capital, the private equity firm Feliciano co-founded.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 May 2026
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In 2024, Spanish police impounded 13 tons of cocaine from a container ship that had arrived at the southern port of Algeciras from Ecuador, the country's largest-ever haul of the drug.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 May 2026
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Central Table Rock Lake boasts the lake’s largest marina, Port of Kimberling Marina and Resort, and tons of lodging, while popular Indian Point is home to award-winning Silver Dollar City.—
Taryn Shorr-Mckee,
Midwest Living,
4 May 2026
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That is a consideration for some test subjects, as the virtual reality environment can throw off sensitive stomachs.—
Kristin Shaw,
Popular Science,
30 Apr. 2026
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Those with strong sea legs (and stomachs) ride on the upper tier of the ferry, while the smoother seats are indoors and toward the back of the boat.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Bean plants themselves enhance soil nutrition, benefiting its partners in return.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2026
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Fresh herb plants grace tables and cruisers munch on breads baked in mini clay pots.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Pots.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pots. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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