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as in pragmatic
willing to see things as they really are and deal with them sensibly
the dog trainer was earthy, no-nonsense, and blunt—with us, as well as our dog
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Recent Examples of earthy
With Chicago vehicles coated in a thin film of earthy particles, Chicago’s car washes had a banner Saturday.
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 May 2025
Açaí Berries Açaí berries are tiny fruits with deep purple skin and an earthy, slightly bitter taste.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 12 May 2025
For whatever reason, the sharp, earthy bite of green onion goes well when mingled with a sting of saltiness.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 9 May 2025
This trend is highlighted by Pantone’s choice of Mocha Mousse as its 2025 Color of the Year, emphasizing warm and earthy tones, wood-like structures and beige undertones.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
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The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 May 2025
Açaí Berries Açaí berries are tiny fruits with deep purple skin and an earthy, slightly bitter taste.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 12 May 2025
For whatever reason, the sharp, earthy bite of green onion goes well when mingled with a sting of saltiness.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 9 May 2025
This trend is highlighted by Pantone’s choice of Mocha Mousse as its 2025 Color of the Year, emphasizing warm and earthy tones, wood-like structures and beige undertones.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 5 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for earthy
Adjective
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The massive 11-story, 404-room resort has a 100,000-square-foot indoor waterpark and a 4.5-acre outdoor lagoon with sandy beaches—that’s in addition to a conference center, family entertainment center, an amphitheater and event lawn, as well as retail shops.—
Anne Roderique-Jones,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2025
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This California dream destination sees visitors flock year-round to experience its sandy beaches and vibrant nightlife, but what many may not know is that the city imposes a substantial 15.5% tax on total accommodation bookings.—
Rebecca Ann Hughes,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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The daughter of a generous and pragmatic father who worked for the Internal Revenue Service and a mother who wore a suit of armor over a devastating diagnosis.—
Brian Hamilton,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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Many refugee writers demonstrate awareness of the fact that telling stories serves ends both personal and pragmatic, therapeutic and bureaucratic.—
Tim Brinkhof,
JSTOR Daily,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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On Thursday, Hutchinson was asked how realistic a return would’ve been.—
Colton Pouncy,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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Shutting down all gas plants isn’t realistic, at least not yet; even California still depends on gas for one-third of its electricity.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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So Far The game’s two trailers poke fun at many Florida-isms with insane characters like the dual hammer-wielding woman, a sunburned man watering his lawn in a speedo, and spring breakers and locals partying heavily by posh pools and muddy monster truck rallies.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
26 May 2025
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The ports had to invent themselves in the first place, out of muddy marshes and shallows, to become the present-day enterprises doing billions of dollars of business and compete and partner with the massive Asian container ports across the Pacific.—
Patt Morrison,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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Besides, for Australia and Japan in particular, the practical differences between today’s defense partnership and one of mutual defense are relatively small and shrinking by the day.—
ELY RATNER,
Foreign Affairs,
27 May 2025
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The document provides simple, practical directions for maintaining health.—
Time,
Time,
27 May 2025
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“Earthy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/earthy. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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