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as in wealthy
having goods, property, or money in abundance
you would have to be quite rich to be able to afford a home in that neighborhood
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as in fatty
containing much seasoning, fat, or sugar
stay away from rich foods before you sing tonight
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as in robust
having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor)
rich wines complemented the meal
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as in fertile
producing abundantly
rich farmland
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Recent Examples of rich
These make the home a rich complement for the creations of the style’s champion, Victor Horta, whose works are visible at the nearby Horta Museum.
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New York Times, 10 July 2025
This rich cream also has panthenol and niacinamide for a smooth and bouncy complexion.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
Now, four years later, 40 square miles of river-floodplain wetlands are now rehydrated, rich wildlife is starting to come back, and the wild system proved its value during 2022’s Hurricane Ian.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 29 June 2025
The comparatively negligible impact of the billionaire's wedding bill on his total wealth highlights the vast and growing gap between the world's richest individuals and the average American worker.
—Daniel Orton, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025
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New York Times, 10 July 2025
This rich cream also has panthenol and niacinamide for a smooth and bouncy complexion.
—Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
Now, four years later, 40 square miles of river-floodplain wetlands are now rehydrated, rich wildlife is starting to come back, and the wild system proved its value during 2022’s Hurricane Ian.
—Bill Kearney, Sun Sentinel, 29 June 2025
The comparatively negligible impact of the billionaire's wedding bill on his total wealth highlights the vast and growing gap between the world's richest individuals and the average American worker.
—Daniel Orton, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rich
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Not all of the record 125 American immigrants on Forbes’ ranking of the world’s wealthiest people feel the same way about their president’s crackdown on immigrants.—
Matt Durot,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Prices in the broader Dubai property market are rising as the city attracts wealthy residents and investors, while also incentivizing new home ownership with fee discounts and low mortgage rates.—
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9 July 2025
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Cuts of meat from animal muscle contain very little fat, making bones — which contain marrow and other fatty tissue even when an animal is malnourished — a more important resource.—
Katie Hunt,
CNN Money,
4 July 2025
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Mammogram results for someone with dense breast tissue can be more difficult to interpret, according to the National Cancer Institute, because dense breast tissue and tumors appear as white areas in the mammogram, as opposed to fatty tissue, which looks dark.—
Elizabeth B. Kim,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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Also, smart operational technology (OT) works hand-in-hand with IT which can require a robust foundation of computing, connectivity, data management, and cybersecurity.—
John England,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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The former appeals for its charming Victorian architecture and robust bar scene while the latter offers proximity to such family-friendly attractions as the New Children’s Museum, South Embarcadero Esplanade, and several waterfront parks.—
Sarah Bruning,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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Winnipeg was fertile ground for Indigenous artists.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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Dense with tall, light-swallowing spruce trees and rooted in sodden, fertile ground, the Šumava Forest along the Czech-German border looks and feels like the setting for a Grimm Brothers fairytale: a place out of time, modern civilization and, seemingly, cellphone range.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
11 July 2025
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As for Latin America, Sao Paulo and Mexico City experienced the steepest declines, falling out of favor among the affluent elite.—
India Brown,
Robb Report,
15 July 2025
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The strategy angered many community groups and activists, who said TIF financing is supposed to be reserved for blighted communities, not affluent areas like Lincoln Park.—
Brian J. Rogal,
Chicago Tribune,
10 July 2025
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But the glowy finish the Glazing Mist imparts isn’t greasy.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
10 July 2025
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Ouai’s Wave Spray gives that effortless, beachy texture without the crunch, Dae’s Agave Dry Heat + Hold Styling Mist helps lock in your style while fighting frizz, and K18’s Molecular Repair Hair Oil works deep to strengthen and smooth without ever feeling greasy.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
9 July 2025
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Much like its approach to skincare, Korean hair care is rooted in a philosophy of prevention, nourishment, and layering lightweight yet potent formulas.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
8 July 2025
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Meanwhile, the standard Amp offers AirPlay while the Pro doesn’t, adding to its cascade of streaming options, HDMI ARC support, and a potent power supply for a killer A/V entry point.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
8 July 2025
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There have been other prolific receiving combos for the Bucs.—
Rick Stroud,
The Orlando Sentinel,
7 July 2025
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During his prolific seven-decade career, Wright designed more than 1,000 buildings, about half of which were realized.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
7 July 2025
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“Rich.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rich. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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