as in luxurious
showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort
the cruise ship claims to offer sumptuous furnishings, exquisitely prepared cuisine, and stellar entertainment
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Recent Examples of sumptuous
His sumptuous volley thumped beyond David de Gea and into the back of the Manchester United net had put Crystal Palace ahead 78 minutes into the 2016 final.
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Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 13 May 2025
On your last night in Oman, prepare to feast on sumptuous contemporary Italian seafood in the hotel’s elegant Roberto’s.
—Natasha Amar, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
The opening-day negotiations were held in the sumptuous 18th century Villa Saladin overlooking Lake Geneva.
—Paul Wiseman, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2025
Organizers quickly shifted gears and moved its karaoke night to the sumptuous presidential suite of the Cheval Blanc hotel, which boasts a wraparound terrace, private pool, projection room, several bedrooms, gym facilities and more.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 25 Apr. 2025
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Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 13 May 2025
On your last night in Oman, prepare to feast on sumptuous contemporary Italian seafood in the hotel’s elegant Roberto’s.
—Natasha Amar, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
The opening-day negotiations were held in the sumptuous 18th century Villa Saladin overlooking Lake Geneva.
—Paul Wiseman, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2025
Organizers quickly shifted gears and moved its karaoke night to the sumptuous presidential suite of the Cheval Blanc hotel, which boasts a wraparound terrace, private pool, projection room, several bedrooms, gym facilities and more.
—Miles Socha, Footwear News, 25 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sumptuous
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The 1 Hotel Brooklyn delivers a luxurious retreat steps from one of Brooklyn's most magnetic attractions: the Brooklyn Bridge itself.—
Malik Peay,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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There might be a squeeze for retail space in the Hamptons, but there are enough high-profile launches happening this season to make the shopping scene interesting — and a bit different for those summering on Long Island’s luxurious East End.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
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Linkin Park’s comeback album From Zero is a major commercial success again in the United Kingdom this week, thanks to a huge uptick in interest, which was sparked by the release of a deluxe edition of the title.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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However, despite her acting declaration, Grande still treated fans with a deluxe edition of her latest album, Eternal Sunshine.—
Daniel Kreps,
Rolling Stone,
30 May 2025
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It is also known as Damask or Damascene rose and is revered for its luxuriant scent.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
24 Feb. 2025
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The development pre-built its luxuriant landscaping and outdoor plazas, then incorporated an indoor golf simulator, fitness center and café as tenant amenities.—
Jeffrey Steele,
Forbes,
16 Jan. 2025
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At the same time, the preview offered a peek into the dark side behind the attorneys’ success and lavish lifestyles.—
Liza Esquibias,
People.com,
22 May 2025
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There were 13 Leos before him: The first, Leo the Great, was a fifth-century theologian who helped heal the doctrinal divisions among early Christians; Leo X, a member of the powerful Medici family, helped provoke the Protestant Reformation with his lavish lifestyle and sale of indulgences.—
Nathan Schneider,
The Conversation,
21 May 2025
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“Sumptuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sumptuous. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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