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as in runaway
showing no signs of being under control
the mayor promised to put a stop to the rampant crime that plagued the city
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as in lush
growing thickly and vigorously
try to avoid the patch of rampant poison ivy near the resting spot on the trail
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Recent Examples of rampant
Misinformation is rampant in the realm of health and nutrition.
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Aimee Pugh Bernard, The Conversation, 28 Jan. 2025
Although slower to transmit than measles, it has never been eliminated from the U.S., so it’s poised for rampant spread.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 28 Jan. 2025
In the mid-20th century, community spaces like swimming pools and sporting events became a source of anxiety for parents who were frightened by the rampant spread of poliovirus.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 18 Jan. 2025
Inconsistent enforcement by untrained or younger employees in convenience stores has led to rampant underage sales in the U.S.
—Markus Lindblad, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
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Aimee Pugh Bernard, The Conversation, 28 Jan. 2025
Although slower to transmit than measles, it has never been eliminated from the U.S., so it’s poised for rampant spread.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 28 Jan. 2025
In the mid-20th century, community spaces like swimming pools and sporting events became a source of anxiety for parents who were frightened by the rampant spread of poliovirus.
—Caroline C. Boyle, USA TODAY, 18 Jan. 2025
Inconsistent enforcement by untrained or younger employees in convenience stores has led to rampant underage sales in the U.S.
—Markus Lindblad, Forbes, 24 Jan. 2025
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At the same time, Pacini’s character Jeanne, a runaway teenage orphan, takes refuge in the studio where the film is being shot and falls under Cristina’s spell.—
Caroline Frost,
Deadline,
16 Feb. 2025
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Cook was the runaway top rusher this season for the Bills and did so efficiently on only 47.5 percent of offensive snaps during his active games.—
Joe Buscaglia,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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Photo : Cris Nolasco The multi-level home is enveloped in lush gardens.—
Emma Reynolds,
Robb Report,
8 Feb. 2025
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Wong Kar-wai’s masterpiece In the Mood for Love is a slow-burn romance wrapped in lush visuals, aching silence, and the soft glow of neon lights.—
Janey Tracey,
EW.com,
7 Feb. 2025
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According to Simple Flying, both planes were flying over uncontrolled airspace and the pilots were responsible for seeing other aircraft to avoid collisions.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
14 Feb. 2025
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The Hyundai veered into the grassy area to the right of the travel lanes and came to an uncontrolled stop.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
8 Feb. 2025
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These fish also love weedy areas, which can be a challenge to fish with a plug that has two or three treble hooks hanging off the belly.—
Joe Cermele,
Outdoor Life,
5 Feb. 2025
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From the high point of the Walker Basin Trail, echoes of the area’s ranching history linger in bits of barbed wire, stock tanks and weedy livestock tracks.—
Mare Czinar,
The Arizona Republic,
3 Jan. 2025
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Several cats have died from bird flu after consuming raw milk.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA TODAY,
7 Feb. 2025
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On Monday, at Carr's request, CBS News sent the raw footage and the full transcripts of the interview to the FCC.—
David Folkenflik,
NPR,
6 Feb. 2025
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This petite pick packs a springtime punch with its dense collection of yellow, red, and purple tulips.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Feb. 2025
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On the other hand, Halsey’s smart, dense, often weird music has lately been overshadowed by the drama that continually dogs her.—
Stephen Deusner,
SPIN,
17 Feb. 2025
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio has said that all future international assistance must make America safer, stronger, and more prosperous.—
Ted Yoho,
TIME,
13 Feb. 2025
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Allowing businesses to fully deduct their investments means productivity, growth and a more prosperous workforce.—
Veronique De Rugy,
Orange County Register,
6 Feb. 2025
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Each new song escalated the tension, which eventually grew so thick that the rappers took mere hours to respond with a new attack.—
Scottie Andrew,
CNN,
9 Feb. 2025
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Add chicken; cook until light golden brown and a thermometer inserted into thickest portion of chicken registers 165°F, 2 to 4 minutes per side.—
Jasmine Smith,
Southern Living,
8 Feb. 2025
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“Rampant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rampant. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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