1
as in expecting
containing unborn young within the body
we only realized that our cat had been pregnant when she unexpectedly delivered three kittens
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as in suggestive
clearly conveying a special meaning (as one's mood)
a pregnant silence followed the ill-advised attempt at humor
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Recent Examples of pregnant
Lorelai got pregnant with Rory in high school and raised her in Stars Hollow as a single mother.
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Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
It is considered a serious condition and can be dangerous or life-threatening, especially to older adults, people with weak immune systems and pregnant women.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
In its final moments, viewers learned Rory was pregnant, but the identity of the father was never explicitly shared.
—Claire Franken, TVLine, 6 Oct. 2025
The 36-year-old married Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry at the age of 22 and was pregnant with her first child, daughter Riley, one month later.
—Essence, 6 Oct. 2025
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Victoria Edel, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
It is considered a serious condition and can be dangerous or life-threatening, especially to older adults, people with weak immune systems and pregnant women.
—Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
In its final moments, viewers learned Rory was pregnant, but the identity of the father was never explicitly shared.
—Claire Franken, TVLine, 6 Oct. 2025
The 36-year-old married Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry at the age of 22 and was pregnant with her first child, daughter Riley, one month later.
—Essence, 6 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pregnant
Adjective
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The department’s content warnings include mild romantic situations and notions of matchmaking, gentle social satire, occasional passive-aggressive dialogue and very mild suggestive themes (but nothing explicit).—
Eric E. Harrison,
Arkansas Online,
1 Oct. 2025
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This result is suggestive but not conclusive, as it was based on modeling and not direct measurements.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
24 Sep. 2025
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On Wednesday, July 16, the expectant mom confirmed the exciting news of her pregnancy through a series of photos on Instagram, including a couple of shots of her with the comedian, a sonogram snap and memes from Love Island USA's latest season and Spongebob Squarepants.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
26 Sep. 2025
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Industry players were alert and expectant, even as costs at home remain high.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
18 Sep. 2025
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More revealing material was usually saved for the deep cuts her fans would devour.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
1 Oct. 2025
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On Monday, the Queen of Pop, 67, is set to make her first-ever podcast interview on a revealing new episode of On Purpose with Jay Shetty, PEOPLE confirms exclusively.—
Melody Chiu,
PEOPLE,
28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The more money one has, the less meaning work has to that person.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
14 Aug. 2025
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His words are echoed by a man who goes back even further than the 74-year-old Roberts in commentator Joseph ‘Reds’ Perreira, who has seen it all in more than 60 years as an eloquent voice of Caribbean cricket.—
Paul Newman,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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Boggs’s biography, which foregrounds Baldwin’s deepest love relationships, is a moving and eloquent rejoinder to the decline narrative.—
Megan Marshall
September 25,
Literary Hub,
25 Sep. 2025
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For those of us who have loved Carmen Maura since the first of her seven features with Pedro Almodóvar 45 years ago, watching her expressive face in Calle Málaga is its own wondrous reward.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Oct. 2025
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Clinical leaders working with psychedelics could incorporate music‑based therapy, sound baths and expressive visual and vocal art for trauma, not as an add-on, but as tools on par with talk therapy.—
Sonia Singh,
Rolling Stone,
3 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The seemingly unusual practice is actually reminiscent of a centuries-old tactic but can often provide insight to investigators.—
Alisha Ebrahimji,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
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Made with walnuts, chocolate chips, and a pastry crust, this unique pie has a gooey filling and a crisp top, reminiscent of a chocolate chip cookie.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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While employer support is still low, fewer than 5% offer meaningful programs, more companies are adding improved coverage for hormone therapy, paid time off and even regulating the office thermostat.—
Laura Trujillo,
USA Today,
7 Oct. 2025
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Even short, steady sessions a few times a week can add up to meaningful gains in muscle, metabolism, and overall health.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Time,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Pregnant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pregnant. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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