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as in expecting
containing unborn young within the body
we only realized that our cat had been pregnant when she unexpectedly delivered three kittens
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as in suggestive
clearly conveying a special meaning (as one's mood)
a pregnant silence followed the ill-advised attempt at humor
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Recent Examples of pregnant
In Florida, where leaders refused to expand it, pregnant women and new moms are already navigating a broken system.
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Emma Collum, Sun Sentinel, 5 July 2025
Things took a pause, however, when Victoria became pregnant with her and David’s firstborn, Brooklyn.
—Yasmeen Hamadeh, People.com, 4 July 2025
Listeria is a foodborne bacterial illness, that can cause listeriosis, which primarily affects older adults, people with weakened immune systems, pregnant women and newborns.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 3 July 2025
There is no information available on how safe triphala is in people who are pregnant or lactating.
—Health, 3 July 2025
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Emma Collum, Sun Sentinel, 5 July 2025
Things took a pause, however, when Victoria became pregnant with her and David’s firstborn, Brooklyn.
—Yasmeen Hamadeh, People.com, 4 July 2025
Listeria is a foodborne bacterial illness, that can cause listeriosis, which primarily affects older adults, people with weakened immune systems, pregnant women and newborns.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 3 July 2025
There is no information available on how safe triphala is in people who are pregnant or lactating.
—Health, 3 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pregnant
Adjective
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Severe or repeated vomiting and sudden onset chest pain are two parts of what’s called the Mackler Triad, the trio of signs suggestive of Boerhaave syndrome.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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According to the complaint, Perry did not take no for an answer, following up with suggestive text messages and other comments.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
17 June 2025
Adjective
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Breastfeeding Happy Hour support group: Hosted by the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program at the Florida Department of Health in Osceola County for expectant and new moms.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 July 2025
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That’s a setback for the expectant parents, immigrant rights groups and states suing the administration.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
28 June 2025
Adjective
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The contents of our bathroom cabinets can be very revealing.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
9 July 2025
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The piece is very revealing for how the admin thinks America's role in the developing world should be.—
Carlo Versano,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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Also: surely there are more eloquent ways to inform the reader that your story is set in May, 1846.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
11 July 2025
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Pairing the dress with Alexis Bittar jewelry led to an eloquent ensemble.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
4 July 2025
Adjective
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Mammoth Dunes If Sand Valley is a study in restraint and rhythm, Mammoth Dunes is its bolder, more expressive sibling.—
Jeff Goudy,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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While themes like heritage and quiet luxury lingered faintly in the background, the spotlight belonged to expressive styles.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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The scene was reminiscent of Carlos Alcaraz doing the same during his marathon tussle with Fabio Fognini on the hottest opening day ever at Wimbledon.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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Despite its title, however, SWAG is free of any sounds even vaguely reminiscent of the ringtone era.—
Jude Noel,
Pitchfork,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Instead of prioritizing keyword optimization, strategists should focus on delivering value and addressing user needs in a complete and meaningful way.—
Kevin Dam,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Meghan Markle officially launched the first alcoholic offering of her lifestyle brand, As Ever, debuting its 2023 Napa Valley Rosé on Tuesday — a meaningful date for both her and Prince Harry.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
1 July 2025
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“Pregnant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pregnant. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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