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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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3
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
Samantha Neely, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
All of the flavors were well balanced, but a special shoutout goes to hearty chunks of savory lamb hidden under the surface.
—Justin L. MacK, Axios, 31 Mar. 2025
Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 15 Dec. 2024
The casserole has proven a vegetarian-friendly crowd-pleaser, hearty and elemental and hot and comforting, proof that what’s most ancient is sometimes also what’s most modern.
—Juliet Grames, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
There are two quick service options available: Spit Fyre Grill – Overlooking the action of the Fyre Drill water attraction, Spit Fyre Grill is a quick-service dining location featuring delicious, hearty meals flame-seared by a helpful (unseen) dragon fry cook.
—Samantha Neely, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2025
All of the flavors were well balanced, but a special shoutout goes to hearty chunks of savory lamb hidden under the surface.
—Justin L. MacK, Axios, 31 Mar. 2025
Noun
The sausage helps make this morning dish hearty enough to serve for dinner.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 15 Dec. 2024
The casserole has proven a vegetarian-friendly crowd-pleaser, hearty and elemental and hot and comforting, proof that what’s most ancient is sometimes also what’s most modern.
—Juliet Grames, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hearty
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Decibel readers in the rafters of the arena can measure the loudest seats in the building, and the Clippers reward those fans with prizes to incentivize more fervent cheering.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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Cheney, the former congresswoman from Wyoming, had been widely regarded as a fervent conservative on almost every issue.—
Niall Stanage,
The Hill,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The Seeding Square is a sturdy plastic template that helps properly space seeds and seedlings for healthy plants and bountiful harvests.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Apr. 2025
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As a reliever who started the season healthy, Minter might not need that much time to build up.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
27 Apr. 2025
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While the white oak shelves and tin ceiling create a beautiful space, my staff and I have worked hard to cultivate a warm and inviting environment for everyone.—
American Booksellers Association,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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In warmer states, cicadas usually come out in late April or May.—
Taylor Johnston,
CBS News,
23 Apr. 2025
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According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.—
Elliot Hughes,
Journal Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2023
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This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.—
National Geographic,
National Geographic,
13 Jan. 2023
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From November 2023 until this January, the Houthis targeted more than 100 merchant vessels with missiles and drones, sinking two of them and killing four sailors.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Apr. 2025
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The Houthis targeted more than 100 merchant vessels with missiles and drones, sinking two of them and killing four sailors from November 2023 until January of this year.—
Jon Gambrell,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Eric Bailly was the most enthusiastic dancer, standing on the massage table giving it some and kicking pizza boxes.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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Buehrle delighted a cold but enthusiastic crowd of 25,390 at the stadium during a 6-0 blanking of the Texas Rangers.—
Kori Rumore,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Apr. 2025
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Crockpots are still made well, as are, in my experience anyway, the more modernized version: Instant Pots.—
Parker Hall,
WIRED,
2 Feb. 2025
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The witch’s magic is still MIA, but her attitude is well and truly back.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
19 Sep. 2024
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Outside, life bustles with the familiar sounds of rickshaws and friendly neighborhood chatter.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Trump remarked on the friendly reception he's gotten from many in the billionaire class, including Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, during his second term.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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“Hearty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hearty. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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