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as in juicy
full of juice
vines weighted down with plump, succulent grapes
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as in delicious
very pleasing to the sense of taste
a buffet table set with an array of succulent roasts
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Recent Examples of succulent
The conventional exploits are paced with tasty visual surprises (a steaming roast chicken, a succulent pork chop).
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Armond White, National Review, 16 Apr. 2025
Get the recipe for Jessica Alba's turkey meatballs What Do These Turkey Meatballs Taste Like?
I was blown away by how succulent and juicy these turkey meatballs were.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Apr. 2025
Bring succulent cuttings for the succulent swap and old T-shirts to create a bag.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Apr. 2025
Aloe Vera Aloe vera is a succulent plant that is not only a natural air purifier but also a versatile skincare remedy.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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Armond White, National Review, 16 Apr. 2025
Get the recipe for Jessica Alba's turkey meatballs What Do These Turkey Meatballs Taste Like?
I was blown away by how succulent and juicy these turkey meatballs were.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Apr. 2025
Bring succulent cuttings for the succulent swap and old T-shirts to create a bag.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Apr. 2025
Aloe Vera Aloe vera is a succulent plant that is not only a natural air purifier but also a versatile skincare remedy.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for succulent
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Never miss a story — sign up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human-interest stories.—
Gabrielle Rockson,
People.com,
15 May 2025
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Crispy, juicy and peppery, McCrispy Strips are the next big thing in dipping.—
Adam Mills,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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This recipe would be delicious served at brunch as easily as after supper.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
19 May 2025
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Ambassadors Clubhouse Set on Mayfair’s Heddon Street, Ambassadors Clubhouse has a beautiful year-round terrace that serves up incredible Punjabi dishes and delicious cocktails.—
Rachel Dube,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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The result is a cookie with a crispy-bottomed cookie that’s very soft and almost edible cookie dough-like on the inside.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 May 2025
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New foods created for the 70th anniversary include Celebration Churro with purple ube sugar and Celebration Beignet with an edible candle, as well as nostalgic eats inspired by the past with a modern spin, like the Mickey Hat Cookie.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
16 May 2025
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“Succulent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/succulent. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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