as in bursting
to be copiously supplied
a tough city neighborhood that has a reputation for pullulating with prostitutes and petty criminals
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There are whales and cacti; birds and deep-sea fish, or fruit and flowers bursting from the same stalk.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026 -
The gown's intricate design created the illusion of fireworks bursting in all directions, making Davis's look a standout on the red carpet.—
Chanel Vargas,
InStyle,
24 May 2026
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State inspectors last week found lots of fly issues at South Florida restaurants, with the critters seen buzzing around kitchens, bars, storage and restroom areas.—
South Florida Sun Sentinel,
Sun Sentinel,
28 May 2026
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The Sun moves through Gemini for the first three weeks of June, keeping your mind buzzing with fresh ideas and the energy to pursue them.—
Kirah Tabourn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 May 2026
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That expansion can lead to bulging eyes, double vision and related challenges.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
27 May 2026
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The tank in greatest crisis was already bulging on Thursday.—
Tony Briscoe,
Los Angeles Times,
22 May 2026
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“Pullulating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pullulating. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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