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as in repository
an abundant source
a baseball fanatic who is a mine of fascinating trivia about the game
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Recent Examples of mine
Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
Kaplan mines Mitford’s own writings, her family letters and photos, plus archives to detail each phase of this multifaceted life, illuminating along the way her loves, losses, loyalties and confounding contradictions.
—The Know, Denver Post, 26 Apr. 2026
Kennedy French, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
And even if credible veracity comes and goes, Lindsay-Abaire mines them for plenty of laughs.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 22 Apr. 2026
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Noun
It’s been one of mine for years.
—Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
Kaplan mines Mitford’s own writings, her family letters and photos, plus archives to detail each phase of this multifaceted life, illuminating along the way her loves, losses, loyalties and confounding contradictions.
—The Know, Denver Post, 26 Apr. 2026
Verb
Taco Bell International’s Amy Durini agreed, pointing to the brand’s habit of mining its own comment section for creative direction and co-creating with fans rather than broadcasting at them as the reason its live events consistently land.
—Kennedy French, Variety, 23 Apr. 2026
And even if credible veracity comes and goes, Lindsay-Abaire mines them for plenty of laughs.
—Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 22 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mine
Noun
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Not a repository for Bollywood’s Hindi-language cinema alone, but a defender of India’s full linguistic and regional range.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
22 Apr. 2026
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The director’s office has become a repository for political appointees, most of whom have no public health experience or medical credentials.—
Helen Branswell,
STAT,
18 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Logan David Patterson, 18, of Plymouth, and 21-year-old Dominick Frank Cardoza of Bourne, each pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to damage a building by means of fire and an explosive.—
Anna Meiler,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Prince is an explosive running back who has ideal short-area quickness.—
Omar Kelly
April 20,
Miami Herald,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Democrats have attacked these anti-fraud policies as an effort to undermine safety net programs for the impoverished.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
30 Apr. 2026
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The latest war erupted on March 2, when, after holding its fire since a 2024 truce, Hezbollah launched a surprise barrage of missiles into northern Israel in retaliation for the United States and Israel attacking Iran.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Both regions include many of Sudan’s oil fields and gold mines.—
Samy Magdy,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Apr. 2026
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Both regions include many of Sudan’s oil fields and gold mines.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Jimmy’s connection with Tariq, who is missing a leg due to a bomb that also scarred his mother’s face, is rooted in his brotherly love for his father Khalil, Jimmy’s translator, who was killed because of his work with the Americans.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
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During a search of Beran A’s property, authorities found bomb-making equipment, per the BBC.—
Gina Kalsi,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
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So what is a modernist like Mayer, who made such cool craft of ancient stuff 20 years ago with Spring Awakening, to do with something as hokey and booby-trapped as Chess?—
Richard Lawson,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Sep. 2019
Noun
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The on-site boutique is a (pricey) treasure trove of gorgeous silk and yak wool shirts, scarves, and home goods woven by Norhla.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Apr. 2026
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The thrift store can be a treasure trove of gorgeous pieces of artwork, perfect for decorating your living room walls.—
Nina Derwin,
Martha Stewart,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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In the days leading up to the attack, Ghazali allegedly rigged his truck with booby traps, fireworks, explosives, and large amounts of gasoline.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
30 Mar. 2026
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The movie’s biggest laughs come from Kevin’s hijinks, which involve setting up complex booby traps to fend off a pair of burglars targeting his family’s home.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Mine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mine. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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