How to Use chunky in a Sentence

chunky

adjective
  • The shoes have chunky heels.
  • The key is to try to keep the fish as chunky as possible.
    David Rainer Alabama Department Of Conservation and Natural Resources, al, 17 Aug. 2023
  • Schmidt stacked at least two — maybe more — threads of that part to get a chunky sound.
    Tom Roland, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2023
  • Pardun took the pole and reeled in a chunky 17½-inch walleye.
    Paul A. Smith, Journal Sentinel, 7 May 2023
  • Cozy Up in a Blanket Give us all the cable knits and chunky weaves.
    Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 24 June 2023
  • With a chunky heel, the boots are comfortable for all-day wear.
    Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 30 Dec. 2023
  • To complete this fit, grab a pair of chunky neon earrings.
    Sabrina Talbert, Women's Health, 18 July 2023
  • Placed next to the competition, the Z Fold 5 is rather chunky.
    Ewan Spence, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2024
  • One of its newest items is the chunky bark, with milk or dark chocolate with peanuts and raisins.
    Cathy Kozlowicz, Journal Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2023
  • They are blitzed together in a chunky sauce with green chiles and leafy herbs.
    Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2024
  • Save for their chunky rich peanut dip, other places do the street food snack better.
    Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 28 Apr. 2023
  • While many leather watch straps can come across as rustic and chunky or padded and plush, the Quince is neither.
    Tim Barribeau, wsj.com, 27 Oct. 2023
  • The couple were holding hands and wearing all white, with chunky white shoes, slacks, and coats.
    Aimée Lutkin, ELLE, 17 Apr. 2023
  • So kick off those chunky sneakers of yours and slip into summer with the best slides for men.
    Bernd Fischer, menshealth.com, 10 May 2023
  • The flowy skirt can also lay on top of chunky boots to turn the dress into a head to toe autumnal look.
    Lauren Fischer, Peoplemag, 29 Sep. 2023
  • Lopez added a pair of gold statement earrings, a gold clutch bag, and gold platform shoes with chunky heels the size of my arm.
    Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 4 Oct. 2023
  • Meanwhile, Rocky wore a white tank top, a chunky gold chain necklace, and a beige Gucci beanie.
    Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 20 June 2023
  • To add to the old-time charm, the order counters include chunky cash registers and '80s menu boards.
    Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 30 Aug. 2023
  • Our top pick for the best chunky knit cardigan is the Remikstyt Chunky Cardigan from Amazon.
    Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 25 Jan. 2024
  • Ice Spice paired the top with a plaid mini skirt, a chunky black belt with a silver chain, and fishnet stockings.
    Alexandra Schneider, Seventeen, 10 July 2023
  • Add shrimp meat and process until a chunky paste is developed.
    Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Feb. 2024
  • These stylish kicks are crafted from panels of smooth leather and nubuck, set on chunky cleated soles.
    Anna Tingley, Variety, 27 Nov. 2023
  • Their oversized black tops complement the chunky black boots.
    Sam Burros, Peoplemag, 28 Aug. 2023
  • In the first photo, the rapper looked down at the ground while walking, and her chunky twists fell forward over her shoulders.
    Gabi Thorne, Allure, 11 Sep. 2023
  • The Sage Vintage is one such label, who counts Gigi Hadid as a fan of its chunky style.
    Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 27 Sep. 2023
  • As for her accessories, the actor upped the ante with chunky gold hoop earrings and a long gold chain necklace.
    Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 28 Apr. 2023
  • Opt for plaid patterns, fuzzy fabrics, or chunky knits to amplify the feel.
    Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023
  • With a chunky cable knit cream fabric and roomy sleeves, this dress looks straight out of the iconic early 2000s TV show.
    Claire Harmeyer, Peoplemag, 27 Sep. 2023
  • Platform/chunky boots or shoes, statement pieces, haute couture are the best things to pair a New Bedstuy piece with.
    Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 8 Dec. 2023
  • This chunky cable knit cardigan can be layered over T-shirts, tanks, and more.
    Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 2 Nov. 2023

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