1
as in energetic
having active strength of body or mind
the lusty young rowers on the college crew team
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2
as in strong
not showing weakness or uncertainty
a lusty spirit of adventure
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3
as in rich
having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor)
such a lusty dish calls for an equally rich wine
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Recent Examples of lusty
Note: the premier seaview studio is perfect for a pretend, lusty honeymoon escape as the oversized king bed was positioned for maximum sea-view appreciation (and espresso in bed in the mornings).
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Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
The boat moves and creaks, the sails flutter in the wind, and the crew gives a lusty hurrah as the course is set for Singapore.
—John Bleasdale, Variety, 21 Feb. 2025
This transporting, lusty book is a vacation essential.
—Tia Williams, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
Bold in color but elegant on the palate, this lusty rose expression brims with notes of blood orange, raspberry, and clementine zest.
—Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
The boat moves and creaks, the sails flutter in the wind, and the crew gives a lusty hurrah as the course is set for Singapore.
—John Bleasdale, Variety, 21 Feb. 2025
This transporting, lusty book is a vacation essential.
—Tia Williams, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2025
Bold in color but elegant on the palate, this lusty rose expression brims with notes of blood orange, raspberry, and clementine zest.
—Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lusty
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Host Jennifer Lopez opened the show with an energetic dance number to a medley that included a mashup of songs by Beyoncé, Eilish, Shaboozey, Chappell Roan and more.—
Alli Rosenbloom,
CNN Money,
27 May 2025
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Rod Stewart, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award, closed out the evening with an energetic performance.—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
26 May 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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But the vernacular and ahistorical images are what give the show its rich, tangy flavor.—
Vince Aletti,
New Yorker,
24 May 2025
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Even a short pitstop could make a big difference to Americans in uniform: NORTHEAST The Northeast is rich with military history.—
Matt Alderton,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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When thinning, aim to leave the strongest seedlings and remove less vigorous neighbors.—
Viveka Neveln,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 May 2025
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Mow lawns often enough to keep turf at the proper height for vigorous growth.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
22 May 2025
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It’s got all the gaming-friendly extras; HDR support, DP 1.4, HDMI, and a metal stand that actually feels sturdy for once.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
26 May 2025
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Subscribers can save up to 76 percent on tons of coveted finds for the holiday weekend, including summer fashion, sturdy luggage, and outdoor furniture.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
23 May 2025
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Major battlefield victories or changes in Russian politics are the most potent weapons, while sanctions can erode morale and resources.—
Ken Silverstein,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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While some have critiqued the plan due to size and scope and unbalanced comparison between the U.S. and Israel, it's anticipated that the Golden Dome will provide a more potent defense against adversaries like Russia, China, Iran and North Korea.—
Nick Mordowanec,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 May 2025
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Even though he is getting upstaged by Judge just a bit, Crow-Armstrong is having a dynamic season for the Chicago Cubs; one that will probably earn him a healthy contract extension this offseason.—
Jared Wyllys,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Additionally, Canada Post is proposing a dynamic routing model for its urban unit, in which where routes are planned and optimized daily to align workloads, prevent the overburdening of employees with volumes and create more predictable service for customers.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
23 May 2025
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While the bullpen has been a bit of a mess, the starting rotation has been solid.—
Will Graves,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2025
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These dildos were solid and made to sit above the pubic bone, custom made to measurements provided by purchasers, who were often men.—
Mikelle Street,
Them.,
23 May 2025
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“Lusty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lusty. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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