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as in thoroughbred
of unmixed ancestry
a full-blooded American Indian
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as in tanned
having a healthy reddish skin tone
had the full-blooded complexion of a rugged outdoorsman
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as in vigorous
marked by or uttered with forcefulness
mounted a full-blooded attack on his opponent's position regarding immigration
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Recent Examples of full-blooded
Her full-blooded Valyrian heritage and connection to her powerful parents led many on the Small Council to urge Viserys to marry her despite her young age.
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Sean T. Collins, Vulture, 13 June 2024
Popular on Variety Walz is a full-blooded Swiftie Of course, Swifties, no strangers to tracking down any bits of info online, were quick to dig up his tweets regarding the pop star.
—Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 6 Aug. 2024
The second half of Villeneuve’s saga fulfills the promise of the first, turning the set-up of the 2021 film into a full-blooded action tale of a new messiah.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 7 June 2024
Only free-roaming, acorn-fed, full-blooded Ibérico pigs earn the coveted black label.
—Bonnie Berkowitz, Washington Post, 19 Jan. 2024
Books and movies will tout their full-blooded bona fides.
—Krzysztof Pelc, WIRED, 16 Mar. 2023
Sean T. Collins, Vulture, 13 June 2024
Popular on Variety Walz is a full-blooded Swiftie Of course, Swifties, no strangers to tracking down any bits of info online, were quick to dig up his tweets regarding the pop star.
—Steven J. Horowitz, Variety, 6 Aug. 2024
The second half of Villeneuve’s saga fulfills the promise of the first, turning the set-up of the 2021 film into a full-blooded action tale of a new messiah.
—Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 7 June 2024
Only free-roaming, acorn-fed, full-blooded Ibérico pigs earn the coveted black label.
—Bonnie Berkowitz, Washington Post, 19 Jan. 2024
Books and movies will tout their full-blooded bona fides.
—Krzysztof Pelc, WIRED, 16 Mar. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for full-blooded
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Young people have turned away from thoroughbred racing and the signature event, despite the presence of headlining musical acts such as Bruno Mars in 2023 and Jack Harlow in 2024.Childs Walker, Baltimore Sun, 11 Dec. 2024
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Catherine Romer loved thoroughbred racing and enjoyed traveling with her granddaughters, introducing them to new foods and restaurants, Seaman said.Antonio Planas, NBC News, 29 Nov. 2024
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Men who, following diagnosis, increased their physical activity to three or more hours per week of vigorous activity enjoyed lower risk of death from the disease than those who reduced their vigorous physical activity following diagnosis, research has found.Markham Heid, TIME, 13 Dec. 2024
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The after-effect is vigorous regrowth, helping bring in pollinators and other wildlife.Caitlin Looby, Journal Sentinel, 9 Dec. 2024
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He’s got the classic ruddy cheeks and twinkle in his eye.Katie Rife, Vulture, 16 Nov. 2024
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These ruddy spots, some of which are likely cryovolcanoes that erupt frosty sludge, suggest Europa’s ice shell is churning as cold material sinks and warmer pockets rise to the surface.Jay Bennett, Smithsonian Magazine, 14 Oct. 2024
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Kristin talks with peers, peers’ parents, and every staff member, explaining how the dog is trained, how to behave around it, and soothing any worries regarding potential aggressive actions.Ethan Stone, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
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What drove a lot of interest and buzz around the movie was a reported real-life feud between Blake Lively and star/director Justin Baldoni, which featured things like dramatic press tours, people not following people on Instagram and some passive aggressive press comments.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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In between walking red carpets and attending charity events together, the pair welcomed two children, daughters Evangeline Ruth and Elijah.Ellie Beeck, Peoplemag, 6 Feb. 2023
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Music’s biggest night returns to Los Angeles on Sunday, and along with it, one of Hollywood’s grandest red carpets.Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2023
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The break with the outgoing president was significant for Newsom, who acted as an emphatic surrogate for Biden’s 2024 presidential campaign.Ryan Fonseca, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2024
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The Biden administration’s criticism of the Israel warrants was as emphatic as its support for the Putin warrant.Tim Lister, CNN, 4 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement Among Republicans in the Senate, Gabbard’s nomination elicited a few glowing endorsements — but an impressive list of noncommittal statements.Doyle McManus, Los Angeles Times, 2 Dec. 2024
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Each multi-use stick can also be used as a glowing bronzer, blush, or highlighter, depending on its shade.Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024
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The director, Lumumba Sayers, is now in jail awaiting trial for first-degree murder. $2.7 million in taxpayer dollars went to sober living facilities led by a mixed martial arts fighter with a violent criminal record.John Frank, Axios, 5 Dec. 2024
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But witnesses to significant events, especially violent ones, are not given the option to stay silent.Bekah Waalkes, The Atlantic, 5 Dec. 2024
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“Full-blooded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/full-blooded. Accessed 17 Dec. 2024.
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