rotund

Example Sentences

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Police publicly released a blurry snapshot of a rotund man in a dark jacket and hat, and the surveillance footage, sparking a flood of online speculation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 19, 2025

His case came to be known as the Fat Leonard scandal because of Francis' rotund frame at that time.

From BBC • Nov. 5, 2024

Live bear cams provided an up-close glimpse into the world of these rotund ursids as they caught sockeye salmon and engaged in other bear activities.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 11, 2023

“The name of this rotund monarch with the rakish mustache had become synonymous with international playboy,” The Times noted.

From New York Times • Jun. 15, 2023

Her rotund figure dressed in hospital gown and slippers at the head of the demonstrators inspired many less committed Hayti residents to battle on.

From "The Best of Enemies" by Osha Gray Davidson