as in to burst
to be copiously supplied a city that abounds with art museums and private galleries

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Recent Examples of abound Catalogs of data like mine abound in Netflix viewing histories, prehistoric Facebook posts, and, now, dialogues with ChatGPT—imprints of the way the web informs and commoditizes work and friendship, sorrow and joy. Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 10 Apr. 2025 Literary and mythological references, narrative storytelling and evocative visuals abound in the album’s portrait of characters in complicated situations. Abigail Lee, Variety, 10 Apr. 2025 Related Articles In tune with the location, floral patterns abound. Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 9 Apr. 2025 And while top-tier ecotourism destinations abound across the country, few destinations can offer such a seamless blend of luxury and wildlife experiences as The Oberoi Vindhyavilas Wildlife Resort. Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for abound
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  • Since bursting onto the scene as a freshman, Janiah has carried a heavy load for Seminole Ridge, showcasing not only her scoring ability but also her all-around impact on the game.
    Gary Curreri, Sun Sentinel, 28 Mar. 2025
  • The Amazon Outlet is always bursting with major markdowns — and this week’s lineup is even juicier thanks to the spring sale.
    Clara McMahon, People.com, 27 Mar. 2025
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  • Madison Square Garden buzzed with anticipation, hearts warmed by nostalgia.
    Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 9 Apr. 2025
  • There was a long pause before anyone answered, and a longer pause before I was buzzed in.
    Elif Batuman, New Yorker, 7 Apr. 2025
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  • Cromwell’s middle-aged regrets build poignantly, while brisker pacing and some levity—Cromwell is widowed, and various courtiers take it upon themselves to play matchmaker—lend the proceedings a teeming liveliness.
    Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 30 Mar. 2025
  • Avenue John Brown, one of three main roads that connect downtown Port-au-Prince to affluent Pétion-Ville, was once a scene of teeming street merchants and bumper-to-bumper traffic.
    Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 24 Mar. 2025
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  • Varicose veins are swollen, bulging veins that usually occur in the legs and can be visible just beneath the skin.
    Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 15 Apr. 2025
  • She’s also seen with her eyes severely bulging, sometimes wearing only a gray bathrobe and without her trademark wig.
    Claudia Rosenbaum, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2025

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