rubbery
adjective
rub·bery
ˈrə-b(ə-)rē 
: resembling rubber (as in elasticity, consistency, or texture)
rubbery legs
rubbery cheese
Examples of rubbery in a Sentence
The hard-boiled eggs were tough and rubbery.
Her legs were rubbery when she stepped off the roller coaster.
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Cook scallops to 145°F for safety, avoid overcooking to prevent a rubbery texture.
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Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2026
Microwaving can even soften the avocados unevenly, causing some areas to become mushy and leaving other parts rubbery and unappetizing.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 11 June 2026
The woman's phone is encased in an undulating rubbery glitter sculpture with tiny portraits of K-pop idols suspended inside.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026
The sandals are totally waterproof, thanks to the rubbery EVA composition.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2026
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Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2026
Microwaving can even soften the avocados unevenly, causing some areas to become mushy and leaving other parts rubbery and unappetizing.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 11 June 2026
The woman's phone is encased in an undulating rubbery glitter sculpture with tiny portraits of K-pop idols suspended inside.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026
The sandals are totally waterproof, thanks to the rubbery EVA composition.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for rubbery
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“Rubbery.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rubbery. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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