1
as in abundance
an amount or supply more than sufficient to meet one's needs
you'll have plenty of time to make your connecting flight
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2
as in loads
a considerable amount
plenty of people showed up
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as in ample
being more than enough without being excessive
we've picked plenty blueberries, so there'll be some left over after we make the pie
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plenty
Noun
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All of the particles and antiparticles of the Standard Model, even the unstable ones, were created in great abundance under these early conditions.—
Ethan Siegel,
Big Think,
16 Sep. 2025 -
Progressive economists like Ezra Klein champion abundance while conservative governors slash regulations.—
Tanner H. Jones,
Fortune,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Criteria are detailed for risk assessment, hazard mitigation, rider restraint and dimensions, biomechanical considerations including acceleration limits, mechanical loads, electrical, operating conditions, fencing, handrails, gates, walkways, signage and many other areas.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
19 Sep. 2025
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Ortec is committed to sustainability through our optimization software, which minimizes fuel consumption and emissions by optimizing routes, loads and vehicle utilization—potentially reducing CO2 output for partners.—
Andre Claudio,
Sourcing Journal,
19 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Boston had ample scoring opportunities, particularly early in Tuesday’s loss.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
17 Sep. 2025
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Soil moisture also plays a huge role, with the MSU Forestry Extension adding that ample precipitation is required for the most robust displays of color.—
Kyle Reiman,
ABC News,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Earlier this year, Norway’s sovereign wealth fund proposed switching to semiannual reporting, reasoning that lengthening the time frame would allow companies to focus on the longer term.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
15 Sep. 2025
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That Musk could purchase $1 billion in stock mostly as a symbolic gesture is another indication of his massive wealth.—
Chris Isidore,
CNN Money,
15 Sep. 2025
Noun
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There’s been a ton of turnover on the pitching staffs of both teams, but the Dodgers brought in arms that were more toxic and less hittable.—
Andrew Baggarly,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
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These boulders, ranging in size from several meters to hundreds of meters and weighing up to a few tons, occasionally tumble down cliffs and crater walls, leaving bright tracks of disturbed lunar dust behind.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
14 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Right now is the perfect time to hop on these early Prime Day deals because though the discounts will be plentiful when Prime Big Deal Days officially kicks off in October, these early deals may not last.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Sep. 2025
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Matcha is still plentiful in China, another major producer, but labor shortages and high demand have also raised prices there.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The inquiry also scrutinized prominent Trump allies, including Sidney Powell, Rudy Giuliani, and Stephen Miller, along with dozens of consultants and political action committees tied to the former president’s orbit.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
18 Sep. 2025
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That includes more than a dozen Blue Cross Blue Shield plans, Centene, CVS’s Aetna, Elevance Health, Humana, Kaiser Permanente, Molina, and Cigna.—
Annika Kim Constantino,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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That Golden Quartet The chemistry between the four leads was undeniable — especially during those late-night kitchen table conversations, always over a generous slice of cheesecake.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Hot Cheesy Crab Dip There’s no quicker way to please a crowd than with Grandma’s cheese dip, and this recipe happens to include a generous helping of crab meat.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Plenty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plenty. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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