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as in ton
a considerable amount
made a pot of money in the real estate market
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as in belly
an enlarged or bulging abdomen
vowed that he would never get a pot, that telltale sign of middle age
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Recent Examples of pot
Medea Giordano, WIRED, 5 Nov. 2024
Swap Outdoor Inflatables for Classic Elements Outdoor inflatables have been popular for years, but some people want to return to simple and nostalgic exterior holiday decorating instead—whether that be with lots of string lights, vintage figurines, lanterns, or pots of winter greenery.
—Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Oct. 2024
Outdoor play: Get your kids hands-on and help with some potting, garden activities, or outdoor water play.
—Samson McDougall, Parents, 5 Oct. 2024
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Noun
There are pots for plants, rings for treats, scratchers, and pads.
—Medea Giordano, WIRED, 5 Nov. 2024
Swap Outdoor Inflatables for Classic Elements Outdoor inflatables have been popular for years, but some people want to return to simple and nostalgic exterior holiday decorating instead—whether that be with lots of string lights, vintage figurines, lanterns, or pots of winter greenery.
—Halee Miller Van Ryswyk, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
Verb
Japanese maple trees can also be planted in a container filled with a quality potting mix augmented with compost and sharp sand.
—Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Oct. 2024
Outdoor play: Get your kids hands-on and help with some potting, garden activities, or outdoor water play.
—Samson McDougall, Parents, 5 Oct. 2024
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Interestingly, apart from the college meets, which are usually held in a 25-yard pool, the swimmer is also set to showcase her skills at the 2024 World Short Course championships, which are held in a 25-meter pool.Paras J. Haji, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
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Although these cuts would have affected close to 10 million Americans, the pool of people who receive old-age and survivor benefits is almost seven times as large.Louis Jacobson, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Who makes the best tamales in Phoenix? Metro Phoenix is home to tons of Latin American restaurants.The Arizona Republic, The Arizona Republic, 22 Nov. 2024
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Fin whales are the second-largest whale species, according to NOAA Fisheries, and fully grown can reach up to 85 feet long and weigh between 40 tons and 80 tons.CBS News, CBS News, 20 Nov. 2024
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BBLs involve taking fat from some sections of the body—usually around the belly—and redistributing it to the bottom, hips and thighs to create an hourglass figure and large buttocks.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2024
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In the post, Matlin's older daughter walked past her, and then the actress took her daughter’s wrist and pulled her closer, rubbing her growing belly.Hannah Sacks, People.com, 4 Nov. 2024
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For example, Simi Valley is seeded No. 1 in Division 3, but drawing Sherman Oaks Notre Dame in the opening round isn’t exactly an easy opponent.Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2024
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The top four of that group will be seeded No. 1-4 and will have a first-round bye.Ross Terrell, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
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The One Show presenter Jermaine Jenas was fired by the corporation for allegedly sending inappropriate messages to colleagues, while two Strictly Come Dancing professionals exited that show amid misconduct allegations.Max Goldbart, Deadline, 29 Nov. 2024
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Many American corporations, from raspberry vendors to carmakers, make their goods in cross-border chains of production.Democrat-Gazette staff from wire reports, arkansasonline.com, 29 Nov. 2024
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However, the terms of that agreement are up for review on November 30, before the start of Trump’s second term, leaving the outgoing Democratic administration with an opportunity to put in place pricing rules that will apply for a six-year period, as a parting gift.Joel Khalili, WIRED, 22 Nov. 2024
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In recent years, many common respiratory illnesses saw large declines in transmission — in part because of the preventive measures put in place to combat the coronavirus.Rong-Gong Lin II, Los Angeles Times, 22 Nov. 2024
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Organizers first review the previous year's tracking and reconnect with the dozens of corporate contributors who fund the program annually.Kerry Breen, CBS News, 30 Nov. 2024
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Recipe tested by Southern Living Test Kitchen Active Time: 35 mins Total Time: 35 mins Yield: 2 dozen Thumbprint cookies are staples of holiday cookie tins, The buttery cookies are great vessels for fresh fruit preserves, chocolate-hazelnut spread, or even frosting.Carrie Honaker, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
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Symptoms include severe stomach cramps, diarrhea, fever, nausea and vomiting.Chad Murphy, The Enquirer, 22 Nov. 2024
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Seeing Meryl Streep’s broken, twisted body or Goldie Hawn with a gunshot wound straight through her open stomach are unforgettable movie moments in a sharp satire about aging, Hollywood, and vanity.Erin Strecker, IndieWire, 21 Nov. 2024
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“Pot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pot. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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