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effusive

[ih-fyoo-siv] / ɪˈfju sɪv /


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It then rises more slowly, giving volcanic gases additional time to escape and making a gentler, effusive eruption more likely.

From Science Daily Aug. 1, 2026

I don’t think it’s entirely unfair to say that a large portion of the effusive response to “Obsession” has been from younger viewers getting their first taste of topical horror gore shocks.

From Salon Jul. 22, 2026

Near him was an effusive couple calling a family in California: “We won!” they screamed in English.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 11, 2026

Many will make their public tributes to the president more frequent and effusive, hoping to avoid Mr. Cornyn’s fate.

From The Wall Street Journal May 27, 2026

“I hadn’t detected that enthusiasm behind her effusive welcome. Simple is best and most believable. We want to be friends. Boom. Done.”

From "Love, Hate & Other Filters" by Samira Ahmed




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