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as in excellent
of the very best kind
it's been a bumper year for movies aimed at intelligent adults
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as in huge
unusually large
a bumper crop of pumpkins that year
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Recent Examples of bumper
Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2025
The damage, though mostly cosmetic, will require a new bumper, grille and headlight, along with checks on sensors and electronics.
—Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 28 Jan. 2025
In addition to a telescopic handle, dual spinning wheels, and top, side, and front carry handles, this carry-on comes with corner bumpers, skid bars, and a five-year warranty to ensure longevity.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2025
That’s why the N.C. Department of Public Safety advises drivers to clear as much snow and ice from your vehicle before hitting road, including on the hood, trunk, bumper, headlights and tail lights.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 10 Jan. 2025
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And that’s on top of all the amenities found throughout the Poconos Mountains resort, which include indoor and outdoor pools, indoor and outdoor playgrounds, bumper boats and go-karts, disc and mini golf, and fishing docks.
—Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 28 Jan. 2025
The damage, though mostly cosmetic, will require a new bumper, grille and headlight, along with checks on sensors and electronics.
—Barbara A. Perry, Newsweek, 28 Jan. 2025
In addition to a telescopic handle, dual spinning wheels, and top, side, and front carry handles, this carry-on comes with corner bumpers, skid bars, and a five-year warranty to ensure longevity.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2025
That’s why the N.C. Department of Public Safety advises drivers to clear as much snow and ice from your vehicle before hitting road, including on the hood, trunk, bumper, headlights and tail lights.
—Evan Moore, Charlotte Observer, 10 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bumper
Adjective
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With its affordable price, this coverlet is an excellent value for the quality.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
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Lucas Bergvall and Dejan Kulusevski are excellent at carrying the ball and driving into space.—
Jay Harris,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The country has promised not only to develop renewable energy, but also to spend huge amounts of money on drought and flood protections.—
Jake Bittle,
WIRED,
8 Feb. 2025
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Philadelphia followed that up with a huge 55-23 victory over the Commanders, with Barkley and quarterback Jalen Hurts each scoring three touchdowns on the ground and the latter adding a TD throw.—
Jamie Barton,
CNN,
8 Feb. 2025
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Between the lines: Licensing staff recommend adopting state location restrictions on healing centers, including a 1,000-foot buffer from childcare centers and schools.—
Esteban L. Hernandez,
Axios,
5 Feb. 2025
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Once the gel is completely removed, use a buffer to smooth your nail plate.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
3 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Redeem daily rewards at Amazon.com as soon as the next day Member FDIC Balance transfer fee Either $5 or 4% of the amount of each transfer, whichever is greater.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
11 Feb. 2025
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Despite expressing greater awareness of systemic challenges, the women surveyed reported less self-compassion than men.—
Tara Sonenshine,
The Conversation,
11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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So that was the Warner Bros. connection, and Harold and Warner Bros. did me a giant favor by sending Vision Quest to Stanley Kubrick.—
Brian Davids,
The Hollywood Reporter,
18 Feb. 2025
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But the ever-growing Baja side of the menu now includes fish tacos, snapper Veracruz, a spicy sausage queso and margaritas the size of a giant fishbowl.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 Feb. 2025
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Already on the car were options selected when it was purchased new, including an AM radio, folding rear seat, power steering, power front disc brakes, shoulder harnesses, a rear spoiler, extensions to the fender, and air scoops.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
10 Feb. 2025
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Introduced in 1999, it was designed to maximize interior space but was just small enough to avoid being categorized as a commercial vehicle and tagged with a yellow sticker on a fender.—
Keith Bradsher,
New York Times,
19 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Warren is the more physically dominant prospect, while Loveland is an elite route runner and terrific receiver at 240-plus pounds.—
Nick Baumgardner,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
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Paz is terrific, a woman with everything thrown at her while trying to keep her family together.—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
16 Feb. 2025
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The standard Mercator map projection system distorts northern landmasses, so Greenland is stretched out to gigantic proportions.—
Matthew Wills,
JSTOR Daily,
10 Feb. 2025
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On the way to the campsite, the refiners stumble upon a gigantic rotting animal carcass.—
Erin Qualey,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Bumper.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bumper. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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