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as in loads
a considerable amount
she always has a heap of good ideas you're in a heap of trouble for missing curfew!
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2
as in pile
a quantity of things thrown or stacked on one another
found her shoe under a heap of clothes on the floor
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as in to lavish
to give readily and in large quantities
the critics heaped scorn on the wannabe blockbuster and its implausible plot
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as in to fill
to put into (something) as much as can be held or contained
heaped her plate with spaghetti
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Recent Examples of heap
Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 5 July 2025
Just like these are three very different snapshots of women pushing 60, in novels protagonists of a certain age are generally divided into two camps:
One, where age is their superpower by virtue of draping them in a cloak of invisibility and/or by having rained down heaps of wisdom upon them.
—Sue Hincenbergs, People.com, 28 June 2025
Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 26 June 2025
In a new interview, the award-winning filmmaker discussed directing Comer in his upcoming movie, The Last Disturbance of Madeline Hynde, heaping on the praise for his 32-year-old leading lady.
—Kat Stinson, EW.com, 21 June 2025
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Noun
So, when Ozzie (Bary), a former child star, finds himself in a heap of trouble, Jax seizes the opportunity to spice up her daily routine.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 5 July 2025
Just like these are three very different snapshots of women pushing 60, in novels protagonists of a certain age are generally divided into two camps:
One, where age is their superpower by virtue of draping them in a cloak of invisibility and/or by having rained down heaps of wisdom upon them.
—Sue Hincenbergs, People.com, 28 June 2025
Verb
For all of The Bear’s positioning as prestige television, it’s always gone down easier with a heaping side of corn.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 26 June 2025
In a new interview, the award-winning filmmaker discussed directing Comer in his upcoming movie, The Last Disturbance of Madeline Hynde, heaping on the praise for his 32-year-old leading lady.
—Kat Stinson, EW.com, 21 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for heap
Noun
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The fluffy 2-inch pile height is soft and plush but can be easily spot cleaned with a damp cloth.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
15 July 2025
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Boogie, a petty thief surrounded by piles of loot, pointed us toward a set of stairwells back in Red’s building.—
Joshua Rothman,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Kevin Dietsch / Getty Images Trump has previously lavished praise on Putin while scorning Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.—
Alexander Smith,
NBC news,
15 July 2025
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In a year where the Legislature lavished corporations with more than a billion dollars in tax cuts, and the Legislature funneled so much into reserves, this budget is a shameful blow at those who suffer in the shadows.—
Orlando Sentinel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 July 2025
Verb
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When the team stacked these images together, the high-resolution result revealed Betelgeuse’s companion.—
Sara Hashemi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
22 July 2025
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The guest list is stacked this go round, with appearances from Lil Baby, Rick Ross, Lil Yachty, Ray J, Saucy Santana, Bob Menery, Sway Calloway, and Chocolate Droppa.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
22 July 2025
Verb
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Most everyone agrees that MLB is not going to put a third team in Florida; not when the Marlins draw sparse crowds in a market saturated with pro teams, and not when the Rays — even during playoff runs — couldn’t consistently fill Tropicana Field.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 July 2025
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Many in the City of London fear that Reeves will try to fill a growing hole in her fiscal plans by increasing taxes on the financial services sector, such as an increase in the bank levy, or on wealthy individuals.—
Ritika Gupta,
CNBC,
15 July 2025
Noun
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While opting for the white colorway will offer coastal appeal, like the brand’s Loire headboard, this one has tons of fabric options to personalize its design to match your aesthetic.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
14 July 2025
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An ideal tennis bag for players who need to carry a ton of gear or like to tote the entire family’s worth of rackets, the Wilson Shift Super Tour 9 is a great option.—
Will Porter,
Travel + Leisure,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Enjoy a classic margarita for $9, a smoky mezcal margarita for $10, or explore the depths of agave with half-off tequila pours all night long.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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Remember that small changes, like pouring your DIY cleaning solutions into glass spray bottles or dusting items with an old-fashioned feather duster, can make a big difference in your cleaning experience.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
24 July 2025
Verb
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Black Bean Brownies Black bean brownies are fudgy, indulgent, and packed with protein, making for a rich and satisfying dessert.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
15 July 2025
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For adults and parents, packing a Kindling pretzel in their kid's lunch or giving it as a snack feels like a small victory.—
Dave Knox,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
Verb
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Garbage trucks will arrive to pick up trash when bins reach fully loaded.—
Jeffrey Steele,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Laughs are loading for this year’s New York Comedy Festival.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
14 July 2025
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“Heap.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/heap. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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