1
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
Callusing prior to planting is recommended when propagating cuttings of any succulent plant.
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Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 20 Sep. 2025
Krista even received a special gift for her efforts to save her mom’s life — a succulent Lego set.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2025
Similarly, the beef tartare gochujang cone from Eos & Nyx was a succulent bite with a bit of savory crisp from the tiniest waffle cone ever.
—Laura Ness, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
Medium-full to full bodied, with aromas of melon, honey and a touch of vanilla and succulent yellow flowers, this is fermented and aged in French barriques which adds complexity and improves structure.
—Tom Hyland, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 20 Sep. 2025
Krista even received a special gift for her efforts to save her mom’s life — a succulent Lego set.
—Abigail Adams, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2025
Similarly, the beef tartare gochujang cone from Eos & Nyx was a succulent bite with a bit of savory crisp from the tiniest waffle cone ever.
—Laura Ness, Mercury News, 16 Sep. 2025
Medium-full to full bodied, with aromas of melon, honey and a touch of vanilla and succulent yellow flowers, this is fermented and aged in French barriques which adds complexity and improves structure.
—Tom Hyland, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for succulent
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With jammy, juicy cherries swimming in a salty, tangy sauce, all spooned over crispy-skilled chicken, the foundation is strong.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Oct. 2025
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An amber ale lends depth of flavor to this tender, juicy pot roast.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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The world is full of delicious Negroni variations, but few and far between are the ones that work as harmoniously as this.—
Jason O'Bryan,
Robb Report,
4 Oct. 2025
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Meaty, creamy and simply delicious!—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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Growing edible florals in your garden provides you versatile flowers for crafting, cooking, and baking.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Sep. 2025
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The Blind Butcher Shoppe is a favorite spot for locals hoping to bring home dinner, but their selection of artisanal pantry items like pickles, preserves, and more are worth checking out for those looking to bring an edible souvenir home.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
27 Sep. 2025
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“Succulent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/succulent. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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