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as in heats
to cause to have or give off heat to a moderate degree
you'll need to warm the food in the microwave
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as in pleases
to give satisfaction to
my dance instructor's generous praise warmed my heart
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Recent Examples of warms
And the Great Plains are expected to experience more frequent hail as the planet warms.
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Michael Copley, NPR, 28 Apr. 2026
My driver slowed on purpose, timing the arrival for that late-afternoon light when the stucco warms and shadows sharpen.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
As soon as the soil warms in spring and the threat of frost has passed, our gardening experts recommend planting these bulbs (and bulb-like forms) for speedy results.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 27 Apr. 2026
During dry months, the water warms and slows — conditions that favor janitor fish over native species, Rosleine said.
—ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026
As the ice cream warms slightly, the texture softens and the flavor opens up, turning each bite into something smoother and richer that practically melts in your mouth.
—Tristan Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
According to a report from ABC News, residents of Mayfair, Pennsylvania, said the rats are a visible nuisance each year as the weather warms.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
As the world warms, more water from the ocean is evaporating into the atmosphere, leading to more moisture that can fall as rain, leading to more intense and extreme weather.
—Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 22 Apr. 2026
As the largest Arctic power, Russia is making a concerted play to capitalize as the region warms three to four times faster than the rest of the planet.
—Alan Crawford, Bloomberg, 20 Apr. 2026
Michael Copley, NPR, 28 Apr. 2026
My driver slowed on purpose, timing the arrival for that late-afternoon light when the stucco warms and shadows sharpen.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Apr. 2026
As soon as the soil warms in spring and the threat of frost has passed, our gardening experts recommend planting these bulbs (and bulb-like forms) for speedy results.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 27 Apr. 2026
During dry months, the water warms and slows — conditions that favor janitor fish over native species, Rosleine said.
—ABC News, 24 Apr. 2026
As the ice cream warms slightly, the texture softens and the flavor opens up, turning each bite into something smoother and richer that practically melts in your mouth.
—Tristan Graziano, Charlotte Observer, 24 Apr. 2026
According to a report from ABC News, residents of Mayfair, Pennsylvania, said the rats are a visible nuisance each year as the weather warms.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 24 Apr. 2026
As the world warms, more water from the ocean is evaporating into the atmosphere, leading to more moisture that can fall as rain, leading to more intense and extreme weather.
—Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 22 Apr. 2026
As the largest Arctic power, Russia is making a concerted play to capitalize as the region warms three to four times faster than the rest of the planet.
—Alan Crawford, Bloomberg, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for warms
Verb
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That means Florida heats back up.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
4 May 2026
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Bérenice Bejo and Nassim Lyes reprise their respective roles of marine scientist Sophia and river police commander Adil who previously joined forces when killer sharks arrived in the Seine in the lead-up to the Paris Olympics triathlon swimming heats in the famed river.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
1 May 2026
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For something more substantial, Ramsey’s pleases both vegetarians and meat eaters with options such as BBQ brisket sandwich with homemade onion straws or Zucchini Noodle Thai Bowl.—
Sarah Miller,
Midwest Living,
29 Apr. 2026
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Planning a summer trip that pleases curious kids, energetic teens and grandparents who want a comfortable pace?—
Lauren Schuster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Adam Kovac,
Scientific American,
7 May 2026
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How pretty are these two-bite delights?—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
1 May 2026
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Earning at least $580 per month also satisfies the requirement.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
1 May 2026
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Earning at least $580 a month also satisfies the requirement.—
Allison Palmer,
Miami Herald,
1 May 2026
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“Warms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/warms. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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