1
as in rich
having an abundance of some characteristic quality (as flavor)
a particularly plush and buttery chardonnay
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2
as in luxurious
showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort
a plush estate filled with priceless art and antiques
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Recent Examples of plush
When at their peak, the masses of Virginia bluebells along the loop could be mistaken for a plush azure carpet instead of individual blossoms.
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Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Midwest Living, 20 Apr. 2026
Inside, the design comes to life with jewel tones, plush furnishings, bold wallpaper, layered textures, and dynamic art.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
Apple has done a commendable job spreading the weight across the mesh headband, and the plush earcups don't clamp down too hard.
—Christian De Looper, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2026
In addition to wicker, plush textiles, particularly for seating upholstery, also create a look that inspires porch revelers to linger.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2026
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Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Midwest Living, 20 Apr. 2026
Inside, the design comes to life with jewel tones, plush furnishings, bold wallpaper, layered textures, and dynamic art.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
Apple has done a commendable job spreading the weight across the mesh headband, and the plush earcups don't clamp down too hard.
—Christian De Looper, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2026
In addition to wicker, plush textiles, particularly for seating upholstery, also create a look that inspires porch revelers to linger.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plush
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The culinary program leans into Ecuadorian heritage, from Galápagos lobster and freshly caught tuna to cheeses aged in volcanic lava tunnels and rich Ecuadorian chocolate desserts.—
David Morris,
Travel + Leisure,
26 Apr. 2026
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Prunes and other fiber-rich foods can help support digestion and prevent constipation.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
26 Apr. 2026
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Dry Goods and its sibling stores, Wild Life and Workshop, had music from former first lady of France Carla Bruni playing over the stereo and were heavy on Belgian and Japanese lines that were equal parts luxurious (silk) and frumpy (boxy).—
Marisa Meltzer,
Vanity Fair,
28 Apr. 2026
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The luxurious-feeling moisturizer contains a ferment concentrate to fade sun spots or dark spots, and to combat wrinkles for a more resilient finish.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
27 Apr. 2026
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Its robust lineup is often highlighted by these in-person events, which fete all manner of talents and their projects, both new and older.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
28 Apr. 2026
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The company claims that the latest announcement bolsters Australia’s industrial capacity, to design, build and sustain key defence assets, while ensuring a robust supply chain.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Apr. 2026
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The business’s core package goes for $729 and includes the rental of one camcorder for a week and a three- to five-minute edited video from the Wedding Weekender team; a deluxe package bumps the deal up to two camcorders and a five- to seven-minute video and costs $989.—
Jennifer Liu,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2026
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Accessibility Accessible city king, city double, and deluxe city king rooms are available.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Apr. 2026
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Jessica Chmielewski, Colleen Gartlan and Ella Riordan led a strong defensive effort in front of Noone.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Set one clear boundary today and confirm expectations so your commitments stay strong and manageable.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 Apr. 2026
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But now all that luxuriant coat is starting to come off.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
22 Apr. 2026
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The luxuriant texture combined with the umami depth-charge can stun a table into silence.—
Henri Hollis,
AJC.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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Silver Ray offers an upbeat, energetic vibe rarely felt on ultra-luxury ships.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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The latter may reestablish Cadillac as a performance brand, while the former — a handmade bespoke offering that starts at $400,000 — brings ultra-luxury levels back to the iconic company.—
Jackie Charniga,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Plush.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plush. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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