as in lumpy
having small pieces or lumps spread throughout
the soil was a little too clumpy to make for a good garden
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Recent Examples of clumpy
Joo missed another fairway to the right into a clumpy lie, pitched back to the fairway, sent her wedge over the green with a front pin, chipped 8 feet by the hole and missed the putt, taking a double bogey to fall three shots behind.
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ABC News, 31 May 2026
Meanwhile, her subtle smoky eye, washed liner and clumpy lashes embellished the moody undertones of her fashion, while her naked nails and rosy lips added a minimal twist.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 22 May 2026
Avoid tracking clumpy sand into your car or hotel room by using a sand-resistant beach blanket in lieu of a towel.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
Wouldn’t flour turn clumpy in the freezer?
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
Pulse or fluff mixture until thoroughly moistened and shaggy or clumpy, but not yet formed into a ball.
—Judy Bart Kancigor, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
These formulas strike the ideal balance of locking in lift without weighing lashes down or leaving behind a stiff, crunchy, or clumpy finish.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 28 Mar. 2026
Using clumpy detergent can clog compartments, gum up a washing machine’s internal components, and leave detergent deposits on clothes.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
The side with the brown mascara has thin, precise bristles that helped separate my lashes to look like tiny spider legs rather than a clumpy bowl of cake batter.
—Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 18 Jan. 2026
ABC News, 31 May 2026
Meanwhile, her subtle smoky eye, washed liner and clumpy lashes embellished the moody undertones of her fashion, while her naked nails and rosy lips added a minimal twist.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 22 May 2026
Avoid tracking clumpy sand into your car or hotel room by using a sand-resistant beach blanket in lieu of a towel.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
Wouldn’t flour turn clumpy in the freezer?
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
Pulse or fluff mixture until thoroughly moistened and shaggy or clumpy, but not yet formed into a ball.
—Judy Bart Kancigor, Oc Register, 7 May 2026
These formulas strike the ideal balance of locking in lift without weighing lashes down or leaving behind a stiff, crunchy, or clumpy finish.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 28 Mar. 2026
Using clumpy detergent can clog compartments, gum up a washing machine’s internal components, and leave detergent deposits on clothes.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 2026
The side with the brown mascara has thin, precise bristles that helped separate my lashes to look like tiny spider legs rather than a clumpy bowl of cake batter.
—Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 18 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clumpy
Adjective
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This slowdown, however, is not investment thesis changing for us as orders tend to be lumpy.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
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Unlike cottage cheese, which can be lumpy and watery, farmer's cheese is pressed to remove excess liquid.—
Abby Norman,
Verywell Health,
1 June 2026
Adjective
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Whisk it in until the dressing is rich, thick, and emulsified, which takes less than a minute.—
Victoria Spencer,
Martha Stewart,
13 June 2026
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With adjustable straps, a thick elastic band, empire waist, and a ruffle trim, this Grace Karin maxi will become the most versatile dress in your closet.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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Fans of the classic Boston Clogs, rejoice—the best-selling style is now available in a chunky suede platform, which blends retro visuals with modern comfort.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
12 June 2026
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Add a billowy blouse to give the outfit a more romantic vibe, and play around with the season’s hottest accessories—hair scarves, big scrunchies, chunky jewelry—to highlight your personal style.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
12 June 2026
Adjective
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Inside, there’s a unique two-tone color split for throne-like front seats and rear jump seats, with standard Dinamica—akin to nubby Alcantara—dressing seat inserts and door trim.—
Lawrence Ulrich,
Robb Report,
12 June 2026
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Microfiber absorbs four times more moisture than cotton and the nubby texture grabs and holds onto soil until it is washed away.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
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“Clumpy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clumpy. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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