brims 1 of 2

noun

Definition of brimsnext
plural of brim
1
as in edges
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something the brim of the teacup was banded with gold

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2
as in shades
the projecting front part of a hat or cap touched the brim of his cap by way of salute

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brims

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of brim
1
as in bursts
to be copiously supplied a secondhand bookstore that was brimming with bargains

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2
as in fills
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained he brimmed the glass with milk, and now I'm sure to spill it

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  1. fills
  2. bills
  3. buzzes
  4. abounds
  5. boundaries
Verb
  • At the heart of Lisa’s journey is motherhood – her most rewarding adventure that, despite its challenges, fills her heart with love, pride, and happiness.
    Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Michaels Along with an assortment of party supplies for various occasions throughout the year, Michaels now fills helium balloons too.
    Anna Halkidis, Parents, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of fills
Noun
  • Idaho Power customers can expect their bills to go up this month.
    Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 4 Jan. 2025
  • The government would only be able to pay its bills based on revenue coming in the door, so many employees and businesses that provide services to the government would only get paid haphazardly.
    Peter Green, Quartz, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of bills
Verb
  • In one corner, a 3-D printer buzzes away, fashioning replacement parts for damaged drones.
    Brian Mann, NPR, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This particular annual crossroad buzzes with the hum of transformative change, driven by technology, shifting demographics, and evolving global dynamics, presenting both challenges and opportunities.
    Francois Botha, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
Definition of buzzes
Verb
  • The trip abounds with delightful and humorous moments.
    Matthew Carey, Deadline, 29 Dec. 2024
  • High prices could scare off would-be investors, but momentum abounds.
    Max Zahn, ABC News, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of abounds
Noun
  • Not only do these gins demonstrate outstanding quality, but many are pushing the boundaries of gin in new and unexpected ways, often by using local botanicals that add a new aroma and flavor dimension to gin while retaining its character.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Mueller echoed this sentiment, noting that tequila’s popularity will allow producers to explore the boundaries of the spirit.
    Rachel King, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of boundaries
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