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as in abundance
an amount or supply more than sufficient to meet one's needs
a superabundance of donations flowed in after the family's plight was seen on national TV
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as in surplus
the state or an instance of going beyond what is usual, proper, or needed
a superabundance of applicants for a limited number of jobs
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Why the Chomps Beef Sticks Recall Was Issued This recall was initiated voluntarily by Idaho Smokehouse Partners, LLC, the manufacturer of Chomps beef sticks out of an abundance of caution after recieving two consumer complaints reporting pieces of metal in the product.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025 -
This was done out of an abundance of caution and the safety of our customers remains our top priority.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
21 Mar. 2025
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That, and the surplus of mentors who played for Dad before him.—
Sam Cohn,
Baltimore Sun,
24 Mar. 2025
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During the Legislature’s budget session in 2023, Minnesota was working with an $18 billion surplus and approved a budget of $72 billion, a jump from the previous $52 billion budget.—
Mary Murphy,
Twin Cities,
22 Mar. 2025
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Photographed memorably on Gisele Bündchen by Nick Knight, the collection became emblematic of early-aughts excess and the bold, if controversial, cultural mashups of John Galliano’s Dior reign.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
18 Mar. 2025
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This excess leads to various plumbing and health problems, including mineral deposits on plumbing fixtures, restricted water flow through pipes, dry skin and hair, and prematurely faded clothing and other laundry items.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Mar. 2025
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There’s no single path rich people follow to obtain their wealth.—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
22 Mar. 2025
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Working with a wealth advisor, estate attorney and accountant can provide structure and clarity.—
Larry Light,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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“Superabundance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/superabundance. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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