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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
Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 16 June 2026
Good drainage, a spot in full sun, fertile soil, and adequate space are all factors in successfully growing dahlias in pots.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026
Remember that porous planters and hanging baskets will dry out more quickly than plastic or glazed pots.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
The sisters threw items at the employee, chased her through the restaurant, hit her with pots and pans, attempted to throw hot grease on her head and threatened to kill her, according to prosecutors.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 15 June 2026
All kinds of plants, from towering trees down to pots of petunias, need a steady supply of moisture in the soil around their roots.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 15 June 2026
The sisters also allegedly chased the worker through the restaurant and threw items at her, including hot grease and pots and pans, Metro Detroit News reported.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
Growing between 4 and 15-feet tall, mountain laurel plants make ideal foundation shrubs; however, dwarf varieties, like ‘Elf’ and ‘Tinkerbell,’ can also be kept in roomy and well-draining pots.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 13 June 2026
Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley, the two investment banks harboring the biggest market shares by far in tech IPOs, are now battling to lead looming debuts that promise the winners a pair of the richest profit pots in Wall Street history.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 10 June 2026
Noun
There are more flowers and plants — real ones, in pots — on the roof terrace, which overlooks New Bond Street.
—Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 16 June 2026
Good drainage, a spot in full sun, fertile soil, and adequate space are all factors in successfully growing dahlias in pots.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 June 2026
Remember that porous planters and hanging baskets will dry out more quickly than plastic or glazed pots.
—Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 16 June 2026
The sisters threw items at the employee, chased her through the restaurant, hit her with pots and pans, attempted to throw hot grease on her head and threatened to kill her, according to prosecutors.
—Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 15 June 2026
All kinds of plants, from towering trees down to pots of petunias, need a steady supply of moisture in the soil around their roots.
—Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 15 June 2026
The sisters also allegedly chased the worker through the restaurant and threw items at her, including hot grease and pots and pans, Metro Detroit News reported.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
Growing between 4 and 15-feet tall, mountain laurel plants make ideal foundation shrubs; however, dwarf varieties, like ‘Elf’ and ‘Tinkerbell,’ can also be kept in roomy and well-draining pots.
—Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 13 June 2026
Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley, the two investment banks harboring the biggest market shares by far in tech IPOs, are now battling to lead looming debuts that promise the winners a pair of the richest profit pots in Wall Street history.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 10 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pots
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The Pines at Woodloch Hawley, Pennsylvania With activities for all ages—indoor and outdoor pools, bumper boats, mini golf, water skiing, archery, and seasonal snow tubing—there’s no shortage of fun at The Pines at Woodloch.—
Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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Many feature private gardens, terraces, or balconies with boundless views of Ibiza’s staggering natural bounty, while five deluxe suites boast private pools.—
Alexandra Kirkman,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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As one of Montana’s longest standing dude ranches, the property is constantly reimagining through refined design, a wildly impressive staff, and heaps of annual events bringing loads of travelers, from local to first-time ranchers alike.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 June 2026
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At Cattlemen’s, still newish from its $3 million remodeling, the menu leads with a 2-pound porterhouse ($95) and loads of Western steakhouse character.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 June 2026
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Every day, the snow crept farther down the mountains, and as the horses waded the creeks, ice froze on their tails and bellies.—
Dolores Brown,
Outdoor Life,
17 June 2026
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While Formula 1 can fly its grid around the world in the bellies of air transporters, the outsized, awkward dimensions of a foiling catamaran hull make aviation a non-starter.—
Andrew Rice,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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Plant your sunflower seeds about 1 inch deep in the soil, about 6 inches apart.—
Helena Madden,
Martha Stewart,
2 June 2026
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Start seeds 6 to 8 weeks before the average last frost date for your area.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
4 May 2026
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Some of those leftover funds are now going towards wildfire mitigation projects.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
21 June 2026
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The Rule of 55 and 72(t) allows some Americans early access to their retrement funds, experts said.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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In addition to tons of deals across more than 35 categories, Amazon is putting an extra incentive on its underpenetrated grocery category — offering an additional 10% off sale items for Prime members.—
Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
22 June 2026
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Australian police seized a record 3 tons of cocaine hidden in plastic tubs buried underground on the outskirts of Sydney, detectives said Monday.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
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At the time, Soros, along with the financiers Julian Robertson and Michael Steinhardt, defined the public image of hedge-fund managers as investment wizards who made fortunes through huge bets, contrarian calls, iron stomachs, and a willingness to operate close to—or over—the regulatory line.—
Gary Sernovitz,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
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Though gone from the stomachs of people in the industrialized world, the bacteria has been detected among tribes in Africa and South America, Sarhan said.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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Space plants 36 to 48 inches apart, setting two strong transplants on a hill or mound.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
31 May 2026
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See what our founder plants in the shadow of her redwoods.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
29 May 2026
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“Pots.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pots. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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