1
as in loads
a considerable amount
apples grow in profusion in this valley
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2
as in generosity
the quality or fact of being free or wasteful in the expenditure of money
in giving gifts to his girlfriend, he was generous to the point of profusion
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Recent Examples of profusion
The result is that Europe has a profusion of economic security goals but lacks the means to achieve them.
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Henry Farrell, Foreign Affairs, 19 Aug. 2025
Below are bachelor buttons growing in profusion.
—Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2025
From the amuse-bouche to the appetizers, and from the moment the waitstaff lifts the silver domes from the entrées in unison, every dish offers a profusion of delightful flavors presented with artistry and flair.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
In this deep perennial border, Jordin layered tough perennials that deliver a profusion of color in the height of summer, including catmint, 'Millenium' allium, 'Cinderella' milkweed, and clary sage.
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—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 July 2025
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Henry Farrell, Foreign Affairs, 19 Aug. 2025
Below are bachelor buttons growing in profusion.
—Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2025
From the amuse-bouche to the appetizers, and from the moment the waitstaff lifts the silver domes from the entrées in unison, every dish offers a profusion of delightful flavors presented with artistry and flair.
—Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
In this deep perennial border, Jordin layered tough perennials that deliver a profusion of color in the height of summer, including catmint, 'Millenium' allium, 'Cinderella' milkweed, and clary sage.
2.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for profusion
Noun
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The extra-large dryer fits large loads and can handle multiple blankets.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
16 Oct. 2025
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The fourth-generation model (and third Spyder overall) is a true speed machine, combining more aggressive styling with loads of power.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
16 Oct. 2025
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When Balistreri's Bluemound Inn posted the news on Facebook, customers and former employees replied to that posting with fond memories and praise for the restaurateur's warmth and generosity.—
Jim Higgins,
jsonline.com,
17 Oct. 2025
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Your generosity to his siblings in times of need has nothing to do with him.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Denver Post,
16 Oct. 2025
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The 8,100-ton HMS Agamemnon successfully submerged near BAE Systems’s facility in Barrow, Cumbria.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Oct. 2025
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In the first five months of the war, Israel dropped more than 25,000 tons of explosives on Gaza, which, the UN noted in a 2024 report, is equivalent to two nuclear bombs.—
Kara Fox,
CNN Money,
19 Oct. 2025
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People are turning back to color and extravagance, especially with eye makeup.—
Essence,
Essence,
15 Oct. 2025
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But also the kind of extravagance that builds a lifetime happy memory.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
12 Oct. 2025
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Lacking answers, a coalition of about two dozen scientists jumped into action.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
17 Oct. 2025
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Nearly two dozen of Kline’s family and friends were present in the courtroom.—
Nick Ferraro,
Twin Cities,
17 Oct. 2025
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First Brands had a web of complex debt agreements with a slew of lenders and investment funds globally.—
Michael Wayland,
CNBC,
20 Oct. 2025
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Starters Blake Snell, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Tyler Glasnow and Ohtani make up one of the most formidable playoff rotations in recent memory and their lineup with Ohtani at the top followed by stars like Mookie Betts, Freeman, Teoscar Hernandez and a slew of others.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
18 Oct. 2025
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However, Bompastor’s side did little at first to shake worries about their wastefulness in front of goal.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Núñez, despite his occasional wastefulness in front of goal, was a very useful option in the position and brought great energy and dynamism to the team.—
James Nalton,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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The city has a strong reputation for dive bars, sandwich counters, and an abundance of pierogie spots—there’s no shortage of places to explore.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
13 Oct. 2025
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Wind, solar the ‘workhorses’ Jack Waldorf, WGA executive director, said in an email that advancements in nuclear energy provide the opportunity to expand clean, reliable generation of electricity, but achieving true energy abundance will require a comprehensive approach.—
Judith Kohler,
Denver Post,
13 Oct. 2025
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“Profusion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/profusion. Accessed 22 Oct. 2025.
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