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as in lush
covered with a thick, healthy natural growth
an older man who still has a luxuriant head of hair
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as in fertile
producing abundantly
luxuriant soil that yields endless fields of grain
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as in luxurious
showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort
the fashion model always wore the most luxuriant outfits
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Recent Examples of luxuriant
This was a man who had lengthy experience in surviving far from luxuriant conditions, firstly from his time living with the destitute of Paris and London as part of his first successful non-fiction volume and secondly as a fighter for the Republican cause in the Spanish Civil War.
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Rob Crossan, JSTOR Daily, 15 Nov. 2024
Like Alfonso Arau’s decadent film, the amount of time spent on food in the series is almost luxuriant, adding to the sensuality of the story.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 3 Nov. 2024
The name reflects the fact nature is infused into every aspect of the hostelry, from luxuriant plantings to the names given the 179 guest rooms, each a reference to a different bird or flower.
—Jeffrey Steele, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024
Inspired by the legendary charm and elegance of such European capitals as Seville and Venice, Merrick stipulated the inclusion of circuitous byways, landscaped medians and luxuriant frondescence.
—Jeffrey Steele, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024
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Rob Crossan, JSTOR Daily, 15 Nov. 2024
Like Alfonso Arau’s decadent film, the amount of time spent on food in the series is almost luxuriant, adding to the sensuality of the story.
—Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 3 Nov. 2024
The name reflects the fact nature is infused into every aspect of the hostelry, from luxuriant plantings to the names given the 179 guest rooms, each a reference to a different bird or flower.
—Jeffrey Steele, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024
Inspired by the legendary charm and elegance of such European capitals as Seville and Venice, Merrick stipulated the inclusion of circuitous byways, landscaped medians and luxuriant frondescence.
—Jeffrey Steele, Forbes, 9 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for luxuriant
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The palate is lush, expressing vanilla, black cherry, and light toast, with a smooth, enduring finish.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Its lush rooftop garden and 1,000-square-foot Vitoria Regia marble infinity pool transport you to the Brazilian rain forest with tropical flowers and palm trees swaying overhead.—
Katie Lockhart,
Robb Report,
27 Mar. 2025
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More recently, China’s rampant overfishing of its own coastal waters has meant expanding fishing in the South China Sea and using fishing fleets to assert new territorial claims.—
Bradley J. Cardinale,
The Conversation,
27 Mar. 2025
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Economic piracy in Southeast Asia is especially rampant in the Strait of Malacca, a critical shipping channel off the coast of Malaysia.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 Mar. 2025
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Organizations that encourage curiosity and provide space for experimentation create fertile ground for new ideas to emerge and evolve.—
Mark Nevins,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Once a thriving dairy farm, Rancho Dos Pueblos also offers fertile ground for regenerative agriculture—whether cultivating citrus or avocados.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
20 Mar. 2025
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The rustic yet luxurious accommodations range from studios to three-bedroom penthouses, offering oceanfront or mountain views.—
Stephan Rabimov,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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Pairing a utilitarian staple, like cargo pants, with overtly luxurious piece (such as a vintage fur coat or heritage bag) gives your ’fit a captivating touch of the unexpected.—
Kelsey Stiegman,
Glamour,
21 Mar. 2025
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Trump has said a repeal of the green energy credits from the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act would save $921 billion over ten years.—
Erik Sherman,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Mixing dark mulch with deep green shrubs adds warmth to your garden for a visually pleasing look.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
27 Mar. 2025
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Fire is a natural part of ecosystems in the Southeast, often burning through weedy shrubs and enabling native plants to grow without as much competition.—
Kiley Price,
WIRED,
15 Mar. 2025
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Then, prune overgrown trees and shrubs, trim tall grasses and weedy areas, mow regularly to keep your lawn cut close, and consider calling a chimney sweep to clean out your chimney.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Feb. 2025
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The Duplass Brothers: Rewriting Hollywood Over the last 20 years, Mark and Jay Duplass have become two of the most prolific producers, writers, directors and actors working in Hollywood today.—
David Morgan,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2025
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New Line launched a prolific 2003 remake directed by German filmmaker Marcus Nispel with Michael Bay producing and pre-Quiet Place Andrew Form and Brad Fuller executive producing.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
21 Mar. 2025
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In April, Riot Games and Virgin Music Group will team up for a deluxe version of the Arcane League of Legends Season 2 soundtrack, adding to a roster that already includes heavyweights such as Stray Kids, Twenty One Pilots and Sheryl Lee Ralph.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
20 Mar. 2025
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Now, Pearce is ready to close that Hummingbird chapter with the deluxe release that serendipitously tied the albums together.—
Daniela Avila,
People.com,
17 Mar. 2025
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“Luxuriant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luxuriant. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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