as in plump
having an excess of body fat
the basset hound was so obese that its stomach touched the floor
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Recent Examples of obese
Participants were either obese or overweight and had an additional related health issue such as obstructive sleep apnea or heart disease.
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USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2024
With this, fat builds up in the liver, mostly from being overweight or obese.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2025
Data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination study show that between 2021-2023, 40% of Americans were obese, with 9.7% designated as severely obese.
—Karlyn Bowman, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
For people who may be pregnant or obese, the Heimlich maneuver can be administered with five chest thrusts to the breastbone, or middle of the chest, instead of the abdomen.
—Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 30 Dec. 2024
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USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2024
With this, fat builds up in the liver, mostly from being overweight or obese.
—Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2025
Data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination study show that between 2021-2023, 40% of Americans were obese, with 9.7% designated as severely obese.
—Karlyn Bowman, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
For people who may be pregnant or obese, the Heimlich maneuver can be administered with five chest thrusts to the breastbone, or middle of the chest, instead of the abdomen.
—Angelica Stabile, Fox News, 30 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for obese
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Get The Recipe 09 of 25 Lemony Shrimp Pasta Flex your cooking expertise with this stunning pasta, featuring plump pink shrimp, sweet fennel, and fresh basil.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
3 Feb. 2025
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The Allure editor favorite and Reader’s Choice Award winner blends hyaluronic acid with natural lipids and other moisturizing factors—including amino acids and electrolytes—all designed to give the skin a plump, dewy look.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
24 Jan. 2025
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Peanut butter’s high fat content and low moisture prevent the growth of microorganisms like bacteria and mold, and are key factors in its long shelf life.—
Annie Peterson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Jan. 2025
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First, instead of using BMI to define obesity, the authors propose using it as part of an initial screen to determine who should be assessed for excess body fat.—
Faye Chiu,
CNN,
24 Jan. 2025
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The firm reiterated an overweight rating on the electric vehicle company in a Monday note, and stood by its $500 per share price target.—
Brian Evans,
CNBC,
4 Feb. 2025
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Hims & Hers, the telehealth upstart, will focus on the problems of obesity in the U.S., using a minute-long spot that features a collage of different images focused on the dangers of being overweight.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2025
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The painting in question, titled Elimar (1889), depicts a fisherman with a round hat on his head and a pipe in his mouth.—
Francesca Aton,
ARTnews.com,
31 Jan. 2025
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In addition to Sunday’s win, the Chiefs defeated Buffalo 27-24 in last season’s AFC Divisional round playoff game.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Obese.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/obese. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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