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as in plenty
an amount or supply more than sufficient to meet one's needs
a biology textbook that is helpfully illustrated with a plethora of excellent illustrations
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as in surplus
the state or an instance of going beyond what is usual, proper, or needed
the author offers a plethora of detail that tends to overwhelm the reader
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Recent Examples of plethora
The San Diego Padres are reportedly listening to trade offers for a plethora of different star players this winter.
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Jan. 2025
The festival is known for its plethora of panels featuring luminaries from the world of TV.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 23 Jan. 2025
Studies have detected the harmful compounds in a plethora of everyday objects, from popular nonstick pans to waterproof clothing and just about anything in between.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 23 Jan. 2025
From naked manis to sweater-weather nails, she’s experimented with a plethora of styles, all while keeping her signature shape—the classic coffin—intact.
—Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 21 Jan. 2025
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Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Jan. 2025
The festival is known for its plethora of panels featuring luminaries from the world of TV.
—Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 23 Jan. 2025
Studies have detected the harmful compounds in a plethora of everyday objects, from popular nonstick pans to waterproof clothing and just about anything in between.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 23 Jan. 2025
From naked manis to sweater-weather nails, she’s experimented with a plethora of styles, all while keeping her signature shape—the classic coffin—intact.
—Ranyechi Udemezue, Vogue, 21 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for plethora
Recent Examples of Synonyms for plethora
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Here is the reality of the Hogan surplus and the handoff to the Moore administration: Hogan left Moore $2.5 billion in the rainy day fund.—
Kevin Igoe,
Baltimore Sun,
27 Jan. 2025
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Los Angeles would have to clear a 40-man spot for Yates, which means the Dodgers could look to move from that relief surplus.—
Fabian Ardaya,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
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Or start your journey to greatness with this deck of self-affirmations for financial abundance, $32 from Intelligent Change.—
Nora Colomer,
Fox News,
4 Feb. 2025
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Puerto Rico is best know for its abundance of places to unplug, unwind, and explore the unknown.—
Amy Gordon,
AFAR Media,
31 Jan. 2025
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The cost of repairs is expected to be in the thousands, with Kos having to pay a $990 insurance excess until the other driver is identified by police.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
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Line an 8-inch square metal baking pan with parchment paper, allowing excess to hang over the edge.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
27 Jan. 2025
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Still here for him Roki Sasaki seemingly has an endless wealth of resources at his disposal with the Dodgers.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Feb. 2025
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Don’t just be an employee; owning a business is one of the best ways to build real wealth, says De Leon.—
Monica Hunter-Hart,
Forbes,
1 Feb. 2025
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“Plethora.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plethora. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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