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as in plenty
being more than enough without being excessive
there's ample time to order a pizza before the show
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as in spacious
more than adequate or average in capacity
a husky fellow, he always heads for the most ample chair in the room
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Recent Examples of ample
It’s backed by over 2,300 five-star ratings from shoppers who have worn it to Disney World, rehearsal dinners, graduation ceremonies and more thanks to its versatile yet chic design and ample color options.
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Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2025
The ample 25,000 mAh battery will keep all your gadgets topped up and is safe to fly with in your carry-on.
—Simon Hill, Wired News, 31 Mar. 2025
This bath features ample room, a jetted soaking tub, full shower and travertine marble for the floor and vanity.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 30 Mar. 2025
The second floor also comes equipped with two balconies, and there are many windows throughout that give it ample natural light.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 29 Mar. 2025
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Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2025
The ample 25,000 mAh battery will keep all your gadgets topped up and is safe to fly with in your carry-on.
—Simon Hill, Wired News, 31 Mar. 2025
This bath features ample room, a jetted soaking tub, full shower and travertine marble for the floor and vanity.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 30 Mar. 2025
The second floor also comes equipped with two balconies, and there are many windows throughout that give it ample natural light.
—Toni Sutton, People.com, 29 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ample
Adjective
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The primary suite is a private retreat with a quiet patio, spacious loft area and large his-and-her walk-in closets — complete with a shoe wall and sitting.—
David Caraccio,
Sacramento Bee,
22 Mar. 2025
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The textured burlap material creates a structured and durable silhouette that is spacious enough for all of your essentials, and the interior includes plenty of pockets to store your keys, wallet, and other important personal belongings.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The ghosts of disasters past are plentiful for Leeds at QPR, and Farke wanted an exorcism.—
Beren Cross,
The Athletic,
19 Mar. 2025
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Rains are also plentiful during spring, which can benefit establishment.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
14 Mar. 2025
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In Flushing, long-time residents and small businesses are already feeling the pressure of real estate speculation and skyrocketing rents, with mom-and-pop bakeries and shops shutting their doors and being replaced by large chains.—
Aimee Rosato,
New York Daily News,
30 Mar. 2025
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The Country Airplay list is Billboard’s largest radio-specific chart, tracking 60 songs each week.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Laigueglia Parts of the Riviera di Ponente, or Western Riviera, offer sandy beaches, one of the many attractions of the town of Laigueglia, whose seafront extends for a generous three kilometers.—
Catherine Sabino,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Doing this to one of our closest allies, one always generous in aiding our defense and that sacrificed lives fighting for us, is outrageous.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
29 Mar. 2025
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The black-and-white clip also featured a Casablanca-esque wide shot of a man in a trench coat walking down an eerie street as an unseen violin plays a crackling melody.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
26 Mar. 2025
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Hundreds of thousands of emails and other confidential material spilled onto the internet, and the hackers threatened to carry out terrorist attacks on cinemas showing the film, causing Sony to retreat and pull its wide release.—
Ethan Shanfeld,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2025
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“Ample.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ample. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.
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