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as in plentiful
being more than enough without being excessive
claimed that the needy were already receiving abundant help from both the government and charitable organizations
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as in filled
possessing or covered with great numbers or amounts of something specified
a savory soup that is abundant with kale, potatoes, and linguica
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Recent Examples of abundant
The cores our team drilled show that the city grew during a time of abundant rains and productive, predictable Nile flooding that provided fertile soil for agriculture.
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Geoff Emberling, The Conversation, 19 May 2026
Now, researchers are finally finding ways to rescue this abundant waste product.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 19 May 2026
Treatments to control the insect are likely to start on Wednesday in areas where larvae have hatched and where cattail mosquitoes are abundant, the agency said.
—Nick Lentz, CBS News, 18 May 2026
Support Digestion The abundant fiber in farina and oatmeal supports healthy digestion.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 18 May 2026
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Geoff Emberling, The Conversation, 19 May 2026
Now, researchers are finally finding ways to rescue this abundant waste product.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 19 May 2026
Treatments to control the insect are likely to start on Wednesday in areas where larvae have hatched and where cattail mosquitoes are abundant, the agency said.
—Nick Lentz, CBS News, 18 May 2026
Support Digestion The abundant fiber in farina and oatmeal supports healthy digestion.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 18 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for abundant
Recent Examples of Synonyms for abundant
Adjective
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Ocean-front suites and plentiful alcohol Prosecutors asked Stapp about several high-dollar union conferences and meetings.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
15 May 2026
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England might not be known for plentiful sunny days, but Cornwall—the rugged peninsula on the country's southwestern tip—is actually home some of the best beaches in Europe.—
Ali Pantony,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 May 2026
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The Wall Street Journal featured Reese alongside WNBA MVP A’ja Wilson on its magazine cover, even after Caitlin Clark broke numerous records, filled arenas, and set new marks for WNBA broadcasts.—
Jon Root OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
1 May 2026
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The new system allows citations to be transmitted electronically and enter the court records system pre-filled.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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It’s made from breathable organic cotton, which offers warmth while still allowing for ample airflow.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2026
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But investors are still betting that there will be ample room for new players to compete as the web reorients to serve AI agents who search on users’ behalf.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
20 May 2026
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Hilton and Becerra have been neck and neck in recent June primary polls, often leading a crowded field of gubernatorial candidates.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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Curated by Our Editors In the latter outbreak, a person who was likely infected by a rodent and had fever symptoms attended a crowded birthday party with around 100 other people for 90 minutes.—
Tanya Lewis,
Scientific American,
13 May 2026
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Clarify the goal, assign the next step, and keep the tone generous.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
17 May 2026
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For families Aside from generous room and suite sizes, there are the simple things like kids menus at the restaurants and a cute farm animal stuffie for children to select at check-in.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Panitch’s talk was part of a packed programme of events celebrating Japan’s selection as Country of Honor in the Cannes Marche.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
14 May 2026
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The 48-year-old journalist and Today with Jenna & Sheinelle co-host opened up about sorting through her packed basement while preparing to move houses for the first time in years.—
Rachel McRady,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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The new findings are confounding scientists’ expectations, raising questions about how exactly molecules can encounter their reactive partners in a teeming, crowded space — and therefore how cells can possibly function.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
18 Feb. 2026
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For the first time, the stands were awash in burgundy and blue, with longtime sports fans and young girls alike cloaked in the colors to watch the inaugural Toronto Tempo game, celebrating the country's first WNBA team.—
Julia Viele,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 May 2026
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The buildings are awash in pastels; the locals are friendly, quick to smile.—
Essence,
Essence,
13 May 2026
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“Abundant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/abundant. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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