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as in runaway
showing no signs of being under control
the mayor promised to put a stop to the rampant crime that plagued the city
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as in lush
growing thickly and vigorously
try to avoid the patch of rampant poison ivy near the resting spot on the trail
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Recent Examples of rampant
The Kings seem similar to the Leafs, with a future potentially full of mediocrity, but also without the spotlight of Toronto and the seemingly rampant dysfunction.
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Eric Stephens, New York Times, 1 Apr. 2026
Ahead of the challenge, the players met at a beach and read a note instructing them to find an advantage that would grant one player power, leading to an immediate and rampant scramble through the island.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, broader accountability for Israeli soldiers’ role in supporting settlers and concrete action against rampant Israeli settler violence remains lacking.
—Zeena Saifi, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2026
Visitors are stunned seeing the rampant, deliberate obliteration of the character of Hillcrest.
—U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
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Eric Stephens, New York Times, 1 Apr. 2026
Ahead of the challenge, the players met at a beach and read a note instructing them to find an advantage that would grant one player power, leading to an immediate and rampant scramble through the island.
—Anthony Robledo, USA Today, 1 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, broader accountability for Israeli soldiers’ role in supporting settlers and concrete action against rampant Israeli settler violence remains lacking.
—Zeena Saifi, CNN Money, 31 Mar. 2026
Visitors are stunned seeing the rampant, deliberate obliteration of the character of Hillcrest.
—U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rampant
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Cuba introduced two new banknotes in a bid to simplify transactions amid runaway inflation.—
Prashant Rao,
semafor.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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At a time of widespread angst over runaway ticket prices, merely encountering something novel at a concert isn’t enough for many to justify the cost of getting in the door, particularly when superstars like Taylor Swift and SZA are on the road showing that innovation and value can coexist.—
Vanessa Franko,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Apr. 2026
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Amid the sweltering heat and almost menacingly lush greenery, Louise compiles an exquisite taxonomy of local types.—
Brandy Jensen,
New Yorker,
8 Apr. 2026
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The lavish designs—velvet couches, massive headboards, opulent wallpaper, texture everywhere—were done by Jacques Garcia, famed for his lush and ultra-Parisian taste.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Apr. 2026
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An inevitable problem with bus navigation is not the app but the relatively uncontrolled environment of the street itself.—
Christopher Bonanos,
Curbed,
25 Mar. 2026
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While the virus is continuing to spread uncontrolled in the southwest part of Utah, other parts of the state — including areas closer to Salt Lake City — are now experiencing increases in cases.—
Erika Edwards,
NBC news,
13 Mar. 2026
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While Bermuda and Kikuyu are weedy if allowed to expand into adjacent planter beds, these are your best choices for areas meant exclusively for grass, at least where water conservation is concerned.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
4 Apr. 2026
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As a result, privets are incredibly invasive and weedy.—
Steve Bender,
Southern Living,
10 Mar. 2026
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Smashing vegetables softens their raw, fibrous bite and breaks down their structure.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
12 Apr. 2026
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Until recently, the country exported raw nickel while most of the value creation occurred abroad.—
Pandu Sjahrir,
Fortune,
11 Apr. 2026
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The zoning board granted the permit in 2025 after a public hearing alongside an exception to the rules that would allow six units on the site, instead of the less-dense two units that would normally be allowed on the property’s square footage.—
Chris Higgins,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
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Powered by nutrient-dense lupini beans, Kaizen’s pasta, rice and mac & cheese deliver over 20 grams of protein per serving, 80-85% fewer carbs than traditional options and 15 grams of fiber while remaining gluten-free, non-GMO and kosher.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Yang recalls prosperous years before surrounding villages were dismantled.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Apr. 2026
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Venezuela was once among the most prosperous economies in Latin America, supported by vast energy reserves, strong trade flows and a growing middle class.—
Oscar de la Rosa,
Boston Herald,
3 Apr. 2026
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Dandelion seeds easily take hold in bare spots, so keep your lawn thick and healthy.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 Apr. 2026
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In addition to a thick webbed strap that's adjustable, the bag features two exterior zippered pockets with RFID-blocking technology to protect important travel essentials like cell phones, hotel room keys, passports, and credit cards.—
Michelle Baricevic,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
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“Rampant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rampant. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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