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as in fervent
characterized by unqualified enthusiasm
his decision to marry at long last has the whole family's hearty approval
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2
as in healthy
enjoying health and vigor
you're looking really hearty after that month in the clear mountain air!
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as in warm
having or showing kindly feeling and sincere interest
the mayor gave the assembled volunteers his hearty thanks for their restoration of the bandstand on the town square
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as in strong
not showing weakness or uncertainty
gave the reins a hearty tug but the horse wouldn't budge
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as in sailor
one who operates or navigates a seagoing vessel
gather round me hearties, and I'll tell you a sea tale that'll shiver your timbers for sure
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Recent Examples of hearty
Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
The pair’s book, with its mix of hearty and feathery cooking, transports.
—Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 24 Mar. 2026
Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2026
Turn your favorite cozy soup into a hearty, carby delight with this wintery recipe.
—Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Nov. 2025
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Adjective
Charred flatbreads are also on the menu alongside heartier mains like rib eye steak.
—Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
The pair’s book, with its mix of hearty and feathery cooking, transports.
—Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 24 Mar. 2026
Noun
In the case of Crestview, the thefts were believed to be motivated by the harvesting of the piña — the plant’s hearty, pineapple-like center that can weigh 100 or more pounds and is used for tequila and mezcal.
—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2026
Turn your favorite cozy soup into a hearty, carby delight with this wintery recipe.
—Lizzy Briskin, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hearty
Adjective
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In China, OpenClaw has received a particularly fervent welcome among AI enthusiasts and novices alike.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
29 Mar. 2026
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Fly the Flag of European Alliances Some European public broadcasters are fervent believers on Europe going it alone.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
28 Mar. 2026
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But his family says Ty was perfectly healthy before suddenly dying.—
Peter Van Sant,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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Kailer Yamamoto and Liam O’Brien, who was in the lineup after 18 games as a healthy scratch, also scored for the Mammoth, who won their fourth straight road game.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Apr. 2026
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The Inn stays shut during winter and ‘pack ice’ season, which some locals will tell you is the most beautiful time of all—for snowmobiling and snowshoeing through the Island’s interior by day, and come evening, getting invited into someone's warm shed for a tipple and a chat.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
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In 2001, the couple, who did not have children, retired to Miami in search of warmer beaches.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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The legislation has stalled amid strong pushback from critics.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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Kodai Senga got the ball for the Mets and turned in a strong performance in his season debut.—
James O'Connell,
New York Daily News,
1 Apr. 2026
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The post hosted a spaghetti dinner for some of the sailors, said Keith Shanesy, one of the post's vice commanders.—
Steve Walsh,
NPR,
3 Apr. 2026
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Key international organizations such as the United Nations’ International Maritime Organization also took part in the meeting to discuss ways to secure the safe passage of thousands of ships and sailors trapped in the strait.—
Kevin Collier,
NBC news,
2 Apr. 2026
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Harmony and an enthusiastic attitude between soldiers are preferred and essential, especially in combat.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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The clips have accumulated millions of views and many enthusiastic comments from Western audiences.—
Kyle Chayka,
New Yorker,
2 Apr. 2026
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The prescriptions program is expected to serve about 6,500 children and families in northwest Milwaukee at nearly 13,000 annual well-child visits.—
Kayla Huynh,
jsonline.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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Last week, Spurs beat Borussia Dortmund 2-0 at home and all was well with the world.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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The Moon squares Jupiter, pitting your ambitious 10th house against your friendly 7th house.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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But the financial institutions have begun to crowd out the city’s signature and historically local retail and restaurant-friendly Miracle Mile strip.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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“Hearty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hearty. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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