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as in fervent
characterized by unqualified enthusiasm
his decision to marry at long last has the whole family's hearty approval
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2
as in healthy
enjoying health and vigor
you're looking really hearty after that month in the clear mountain air!
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as in warm
having or showing kindly feeling and sincere interest
the mayor gave the assembled volunteers his hearty thanks for their restoration of the bandstand on the town square
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as in strong
not showing weakness or uncertainty
gave the reins a hearty tug but the horse wouldn't budge
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as in sailor
one who operates or navigates a seagoing vessel
gather round me hearties, and I'll tell you a sea tale that'll shiver your timbers for sure
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Recent Examples of hearty
Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2025
What goes better with a hearty stew than a thick slice of bread?
—Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025
Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Solar Beach attracts a younger crowd, those who like to party hearty.
—Joe Yogerst, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
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Adjective
Its kernels are soaked in fragrant pozole and brewed into a hearty breakfast drink known as atole.
—Kate Linthicum, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2025
What goes better with a hearty stew than a thick slice of bread?
—Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 Mar. 2025
Noun
Renowned for its bouchons (traditional restaurants offering hearty, authentic cuisine), Lyon is a paradise for gastronomes and one of the destinations in Europe where travelers save most vacation time.
—Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
Solar Beach attracts a younger crowd, those who like to party hearty.
—Joe Yogerst, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hearty
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The event, held just days before the election, was characterized by its high-profile attendees and the fervent support of the MAGA base.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
7 Mar. 2025
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In the extensive histories of hockey and its most fervent nation, few people are more beloved than Wayne Gretzky and Bobby Orr.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
6 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Both key components of last year’s team are out indefinitely with significant injuries, and L.A. has been unable to compensate even though healthy stars Gabriel Pec and Marco Reus repeatedly created scoring chances against St. Louis.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2025
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Leaving your clippings on your lawn leads to healthy, green grass.—
BestReviews,
The Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Carry a windshield scraper, jumper cables, a small shovel, flashlight, cell phone, blanket and additional warm clothing, drinking water, and high-calorie non-perishable food.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacramento Bee,
18 Mar. 2025
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When most people think of the Sarasota, Florida area, beaches usually come to mind—the beautiful white-sand variety, lined with warm, clear water.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Mar. 2025
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This results in a charge imbalance that builds up an electric field strong enough to trigger flashes of lightning.—
National Geographic,
National Geographic,
13 Jan. 2023
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According to research from Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit that advocates for gun control, strong gun control laws are correlated with fewer gun deaths.—
Elliot Hughes,
Journal Sentinel,
13 Jan. 2023
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But why is this all-American team of highly accomplished sailors, generously funded with Tommy Hilfiger on board, struggling?—
Andrew Rice,
The Athletic,
13 Mar. 2025
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The rebels have targeted over 100 merchant vessels with missiles and drones, sinking two vessels and killing four sailors.—
Graham Underwood,
arkansasonline.com,
12 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Like Lynch, Coulson was an enthusiastic practitioner of transcendental meditation, which Green was also persuaded to try.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
14 Mar. 2025
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Then the good fortunes of an enthusiastic screening at France's Annecy International Animation Film Festival in June of 2024 landed the project a theatrical distribution partner in the indie firm, Ketchup Entertainment.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Crockpots are still made well, as are, in my experience anyway, the more modernized version: Instant Pots.—
Parker Hall,
WIRED,
2 Feb. 2025
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The witch’s magic is still MIA, but her attitude is well and truly back.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
19 Sep. 2024
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The doorman is very friendly and asks if there’s a party going on.—
Devan Díaz,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2025
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There is a legacy out there of bad harvests and tough winters that by some alchemy brings out the best in people, reminds them to be friendly and kind, and put others first.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
11 Mar. 2025
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“Hearty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hearty. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.
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