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fattening

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verb

present participle of fatten

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for fattening
Adjective
  • The nation wants to snack its way to feeling better, and manufacturers are producing more and more fast food snacks that are increasingly calorific.
    Alex Ledsom, Fortune Europe, 1 Dec. 2024
  • The nation wants to snack its way to feeling better, and manufacturers are producing more and more fast food snacks that are increasingly calorific.
    Alex Ledsom, Fortune Europe, 1 Dec. 2024
Verb
  • The Yankees signed the 38-year-old to a minor league free agent contract in February, but after a series of injuries left the defending American League champs with three holes in their five-man rotation, Carrasco pitched his way into filling one with an impressive spring training.
    Daniel R. Depetris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Bunting in particular seemed to benefit from his linemates’ efficiency in filling the net.
    Nick Ashbourne, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Consider adding fatty fish like salmon and mackerel, as well as dairy products like yogurt, which also contribute some magnesium.
    Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 11 Apr. 2025
  • Salmon Sherry lists fatty fish such as salmon as a prime source of vitamin D-rich food.
    Audrey Noble, Vogue, 11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The randomized clinical trial found that participants who followed a 4:3 intermittent fasting regimen lost more weight than those who followed a daily caloric restriction plan—despite both groups receiving identical behavioral support and exercise guidance.
    Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2025
  • Focus on Leaner Cuts of Meat Swapping out the cut of meat can change the caloric and fat contents.
    Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 27 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • If that’s not enough to grab your attention, the serum is also dermatologist-tested and suitable for all skin types, including dry, sensitive, combination, and oily skin.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 21 Mar. 2025
  • Designed to remove peach fuzz and help the skin absorb oils, serums, and moisturizers, the wee tool—clocking in at just under six inches—can also help balance an oily complexion.
    Jenny Berg, Vogue, 20 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Apparently, the secretary is unaware that vitamin A is fat soluble and not easily excreted, with any excess stored in the liver.
    Gordon G. Chang, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Apr. 2025
  • The Blues may have gotten a fat head leading 4-2 with less than nine minutes left in the game.
    Jeremy Rutherford, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2025
Verb
  • Especially as the townspeople, including a local bishop, start feasting on him.
    Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 21 Feb. 2025
  • The ranch is plagued with destructive wild hogs, so panthers do the state a favor by feasting on the invasive pests.
    Mark Price, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Just two minutes later, now in a quiet Scotiabank Arena, the Jackets pushed the lead to 3-0 with the type of greasy goal Evason has wanted to see.
    Aaron Portzline, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
  • Oily skin may also have large pores and feel slick or greasy, especially in the T-zone (forehead and nose).
    Anna Giorgi, Verywell Health, 22 Jan. 2025
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“Fattening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fattening. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.

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