as in generously
in a generous manner
amply rewarded the boy who had found her necklace
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Recent Examples of amply
Ohtani is now Tucker’s teammate, as are amply paid stars Mookie Betts, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Will Smith, Tyler Glasnow, Freeman and Snell.
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Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2026
Quickly, the miracle occurred—and the engine amply fulfilled the collective dream of the men gathered on the bank.
—Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
All-In-One 28-Inch Check-In Suitcase Thousands of five-star shopper ratings are a pretty stellar endorsement for this amply sized check-in suitcase.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2025
Overall, the flagship is amply, though not overly, merchandised and easy to shop.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 9 Dec. 2025
Flowers are typically a combination of violet, blue, and white, and although only 1/2 inch in size, they are amply displayed most of the year.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 5 Dec. 2025
Today the conditions for apocalypticism—gaping inequality, pandemics, rapid technological development—are amply present.
—Linda Kinstler, The Atlantic, 1 Dec. 2025
Winter comes amply sprinkled in snow and aesthetic references—and the best winter nail designs embody them all.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 30 Nov. 2025
As light as 1,200 pounds, the Caterham 7 can be amply powered by any engine short of that from a Briggs & Stratton lawnmower.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2025
Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2026
Quickly, the miracle occurred—and the engine amply fulfilled the collective dream of the men gathered on the bank.
—Literary Hub, 12 Jan. 2026
All-In-One 28-Inch Check-In Suitcase Thousands of five-star shopper ratings are a pretty stellar endorsement for this amply sized check-in suitcase.
—Michelle Baricevic, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2025
Overall, the flagship is amply, though not overly, merchandised and easy to shop.
—David Moin, Footwear News, 9 Dec. 2025
Flowers are typically a combination of violet, blue, and white, and although only 1/2 inch in size, they are amply displayed most of the year.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 5 Dec. 2025
Today the conditions for apocalypticism—gaping inequality, pandemics, rapid technological development—are amply present.
—Linda Kinstler, The Atlantic, 1 Dec. 2025
Winter comes amply sprinkled in snow and aesthetic references—and the best winter nail designs embody them all.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 30 Nov. 2025
As light as 1,200 pounds, the Caterham 7 can be amply powered by any engine short of that from a Briggs & Stratton lawnmower.
—Robert Ross, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amply
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Morant is generously listed as 6-2, 174 pounds by the Grizzlies.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2026
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Attendees generously contributed boxes of toys, supporting hundreds of local at-risk youth and teens to ensure every child received a Christmas gift.—
Dawn Giangiulio,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Dale has state government, education, radio and television experience as well.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Feb. 2026
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While traders are trying to cash in on the rally, geopolitical uncertainty persists, boding well for gold prices.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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These quick-drying joggers are thoughtfully designed with a multitude of pockets in combination with an adjustable elastic waistband and cinching around the ankles.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Feb. 2026
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It’s thoughtfully designed with a central partition to prevent plants from becoming waterlogged and drainage holes for optimal irrigation.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Feb. 2026
Adverb
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Harvest seeds from the plants that were the most vigorous and prolifically blooming to ensure next year's plants flower bountifully.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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Tim was a fiercely, cheerfully competitive kid—whether playing board games with his two older sisters or every sport under the sun with his big brothers.—
Taylor Antrim,
Vogue,
8 Feb. 2026
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Today, Lamont operates cheerfully as the dominant figure in state politics and government.—
Kevin Rennie,
Hartford Courant,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Amply.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amply. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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