brimming

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Leaning on a burlap bag brimming with gum arabic, Ahmad pointed to a map on a journalist’s phone to show the circuitous path he took to get here.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Most of the questions and answers were about training and diet, the preparation required to make a film brimming with sheer, unadulterated masculinity.

From Salon • May 27, 2026

The first quarter is peak for the gym industry, as potential new members are brimming with fitness-focused New Year’s resolutions.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

"Fresh snow on the mountains, autumn colours along the shoreline and even some amazing wildlife," Rosmarin, his voice brimming with excitement, told followers in a video posted several weeks ago.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

Tears brimming in her blue eyes suddenly spilled over.

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns