1
as in welcoming
to receive or accept gladly or readily
predictably, moviegoers ate up the sequel to last summer's blockbuster
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2
as in consuming
to destroy all trace of
the surf created by a powerful hurricane could really eat up what's left of the island's eastern beach
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For families The hotel is both kid- and pet-friendly, welcoming guests of all ages.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026 -
The swank, welcoming bar opened in 2015 and covers its bases.—
Scott Hocker,
TheWeek,
30 Mar. 2026
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Amid public concern, federal health authorities have denied any reports of illnesses linked to consuming fish or seafood because of possible contamination.—
Boston Herald Wire Services,
Boston Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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The biggest misconception about microdramas, the panelists agreed, is who is consuming them.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
27 Mar. 2026
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With passionate fans, rising stars, and a city embracing the spotlight, March Madness in Sacramento is delivering exactly what its name promises.—
Conor McGill,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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The biggest switch was embracing a long putter after his traditional one produced a five-putt hole.—
Jay Paris,
Oc Register,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Eating (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eating%20%28up%29. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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