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also bonnie
1
as in lovely
of the very best kind
one of several inns in the Lake District offering bonny accommodations and bountiful breakfasts
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2
as in beautiful
very pleasing to look at
a bonny child dressed in traditional Scottish clothing
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Recent Examples of bonny
One of the most conspicuous heralds is a bonny buttercup named the winter aconite.
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Adrian Higgins, Washington Post, 4 Sep. 2019
Adrian Higgins, Washington Post, 4 Sep. 2019
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonny
Adjective
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Aimee Lou Wood had a lovely bunch of coconuts while filming season three of The White Lotus.—
Nicholas Rice,
People.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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The red switches aren't too loud but are still clicky, and there's a lovely knob for volume control.—
Brenda Stolyar,
WIRED,
15 Feb. 2025
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It's made up of tiny ice crystals that can transform into a variety of intricate symmetrical patterns forming a beautiful snowflake.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA TODAY,
16 Feb. 2025
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Wood has been outspoken about her struggles with eating disorders and body self-image, and spending months on end surrounded by beautiful costars in bathing suits proved a real test.—
Charlie Campbell / Koh Samui,
TIME,
15 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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This is a debut entry and a wonderful term that’s new to me.—
Caitlin Lovinger,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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Tucci hosts the popular Tucci - The Heart of Italy show which tours the country sampling and celebrating the wonderful food that originates there.—
Simon Perry,
People.com,
8 Feb. 2025
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This is a classic movie problem, the kind of too-neat hangup that has to be vaulted over on the way toward happily ever after — so, naturally, Ally has a classic meet-cute at a coffee shop with a handsome stranger named Jay (Mason Gooding) whose issue line up perfectly with hers.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
7 Feb. 2025
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The plans, handsome blueprints, were spread out on the table and as Recorder Welch read the specifications, Mr. Morgan made the necessary explanations.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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With its affordable price, this coverlet is an excellent value for the quality.—
Rebecca Jones,
Southern Living,
17 Feb. 2025
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Lucas Bergvall and Dejan Kulusevski are excellent at carrying the ball and driving into space.—
Jay Harris,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Jang Theo was incredibly head over heels for her and showered her with gifts and cute gestures.—
Lea Veloso,
StyleCaster,
11 Feb. 2025
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Her younger sister Rumi (who happens to be one half of a twin) matched her fly, wearing a black and white Amiri varsity jacket, light wash blue jeans, and Amiri’s cute Ma Canvas camera case.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
10 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The heavenly ruler promised that if the snake won a race competition against the other animals, which would eventually dictate the order of the zodiac, the snake could win a prize and potentially get his legs back.—
Kimmy Yam,
NBC News,
29 Jan. 2025
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Similar to Western astrology's elements (fire, water, earth, air), Chinese zodiacs pair with one of the five elements in the heavenly frequency (wood, fire, earth, metal, water).—
Skyler Caruso,
People.com,
29 Jan. 2025
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Drake alludes to the rap beef heard around the world — and at the Super Bowl — with pretty standard-issue Drake talk.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
14 Feb. 2025
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This kitchen island, outfitted with deep drawers and polished brass hardware, is pretty and practical.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Feb. 2025
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“Bonny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonny. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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