as in stretch
able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted
mozzarella is a rubbery cheese known to every pizza lover
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Recent Examples of rubbery
Wrapped around a rubbery bassline that Peter ran through a guitar amp and played straight into a laptop, the song is confident and brassy, sauntering around as Kellie Eden’s trumpet cascades from above and the band’s co-vocalists provide pop harmonies.
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Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 8 May 2026
Marcloid may often employ the sonic language of misery and darkness, but her glistening synths, rubbery rhythms, and radioactive colors transform a raging storm into an expression of radiant, high-definition joy.
—Reed Jackson, SPIN, 8 May 2026
Kylie Jenner’s nipple-exposing Schiaparelli was half-nude, rubbery bodysuit, half giant ballgown.
—Merle Ginsberg, HollywoodReporter, 5 May 2026
Bad cotija is hopelessly bland, rubbery and ridiculously salty.
—Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 4 May 2026
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Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 8 May 2026
Marcloid may often employ the sonic language of misery and darkness, but her glistening synths, rubbery rhythms, and radioactive colors transform a raging storm into an expression of radiant, high-definition joy.
—Reed Jackson, SPIN, 8 May 2026
Kylie Jenner’s nipple-exposing Schiaparelli was half-nude, rubbery bodysuit, half giant ballgown.
—Merle Ginsberg, HollywoodReporter, 5 May 2026
Bad cotija is hopelessly bland, rubbery and ridiculously salty.
—Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 4 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rubbery
Adjective
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The women’s assortment spans slim, straight, kick flare, boyfriend wide leg and relaxed straight fits made with stretch denim to 100 percent cotton chore jackets and overalls.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
18 June 2026
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Now on sale for $60, the Levi’s Baggy Cinch Jeans are a slightly more casual wide-leg option that are still perfect for your summer travels with their breathable fit despite their non-stretch, 100 percent cotton construction.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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To clean it, pour enough vinegar into a plastic bag so the shower head will be submerged once inside.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
20 June 2026
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Created in partnership with National Geographic CreativeWorks, the mini documentaries brought the A-list ambassadors to Norway, Japan, Hawaii and Mexico to witness the effects of global warming, overfishing and plastic marine pollution.—
Danielle Directo-Meston,
HollywoodReporter,
20 June 2026
Adjective
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Reducing the stiffness of the artery Help prevent calcium buildup in the arteries, which can make the arteries harder and less flexible.—
Emmanuella Ogbonna,
Health,
18 June 2026
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Companies around the region are giving employees flexible hours after their respective national teams play.—
Manal Albarakati,
semafor.com,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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This $18 Amazon top is made from a stretchy nylon and Spandex blend, while the $68 NikeSKIMS Square Neck Tank is made from a polyamide and elastane.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
19 June 2026
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The skirt is actually very stretchy, despite the elastic waistband.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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With elastic laces and breathable memory foam insoles, the supportive sneakers are designed for all-day comfort.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
19 June 2026
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This not-too-short, not-too-long midi-length pick, complete with a comfortable elastic waistband, looks very similar to a Doên-style that costs up to $448 but is available for $80.—
Destinee Scott,
Travel + Leisure,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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The breakout comes as global travel demand remains resilient, despite geopolitical disruptions, and as the company continues to compound earnings through scale, merchant revenue growth, and aggressive share repurchases.—
Tony Zhang,
CNBC,
17 June 2026
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Surface economic metrics paint a reassuring picture of a resilient American market, but aggregate figures conceal a deep structural fracture along income lines.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
17 June 2026
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“Rubbery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rubbery. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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