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as in obesity
the condition of having an excess of body fat
a man of considerable plumpness sat down next to me
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as in sincerity
the free expression of one's true feelings and opinions
the astonishing plumpness that is so often found in the speech of the very young or the very old
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Recent Examples of plumpness
This can manifest as visible dehydration, as alcohol quickly dehydrates your skin (taking away plumpness and glow).
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Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2024
Wrinkle fillers can be a game-changer for anyone with dry, dull, or mature skin who wants a quick, temporary boost of plumpness and radiance.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 Oct. 2024
Its mix of white, tan, and taupe will play well with most color schemes, and reviews mention its quality stitching, tight seams, plumpness that doesn’t flatten with use, and touchable softness.
—Miles Walls, People.com, 18 Oct. 2024
The watermelon seed oil and ceramides in it also contribute to the light, creamy texture that boosts plumpness upon application.
—Lori Keong, Allure, 5 Oct. 2024
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Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2024
Wrinkle fillers can be a game-changer for anyone with dry, dull, or mature skin who wants a quick, temporary boost of plumpness and radiance.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 Oct. 2024
Its mix of white, tan, and taupe will play well with most color schemes, and reviews mention its quality stitching, tight seams, plumpness that doesn’t flatten with use, and touchable softness.
—Miles Walls, People.com, 18 Oct. 2024
The watermelon seed oil and ceramides in it also contribute to the light, creamy texture that boosts plumpness upon application.
—Lori Keong, Allure, 5 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plumpness
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The obesity epidemic is causing a huge amount of health issues in this country.—
Angelica Stabile,
Fox News,
27 Jan. 2025
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People who don’t get enough sleep are at higher risk for obesity, high blood pressure, heart attack, diabetes and depression, O’Keefe said.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA TODAY,
26 Jan. 2025
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Much like the moon — which happens to be Cancer's planetary ruler — Mary has an emotional pull that stirs something deep in those around her, effortlessly drawing them into her orbit with her heartfelt sincerity and loving nature.—
Athena Sobhan,
People.com,
16 Jan. 2025
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For three seasons in Laramie, Wyo., Allen heaved 75-yard bombs in practice, lived off Applebee’s and charmed teammates with his leadership style, a goofy sincerity and plenty of drinking games.—
Rustin Dodd,
The Athletic,
16 Jan. 2025
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What sets Chappell apart is her courage to be herself in every sense: her honesty, her individuality, and her commitment to creating meaningful music.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
EW.com,
21 Jan. 2025
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Through a serialized memoir project, Lee is sharing her story with her customers, releasing it one chapter at a time and capturing the raw honesty and deep connections that define her life and work.—
Claudia Alarcón,
Forbes,
20 Jan. 2025
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Think narrow sections with extra weight in the middle to give you more control for day-to-day styling at home.—
Fiona Embleton,
Glamour,
25 Jan. 2025
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Colorectal Cancer Symptoms The common symptoms are changes in bowel habits such as diarrhea or constipation, bright red rectal bleeding, dark blood in stool, cramps, fatigue, and unexplained weight loss.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
25 Jan. 2025
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Underscoring the gravity of his message, Sullivan spoke with an urgency and directness that were rarely heard during his decade-plus in public life.—
Axios,
Axios,
18 Jan. 2025
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Newcastle had few high-pass moves in settled possession, where overlaps could be made, instead creating chances through Gordon’s counter-attacking directness.—
Liam Tharme,
The Athletic,
5 Jan. 2025
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“Plumpness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plumpness. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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