silkier; silkiest
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: smooth or fluid in motion
silky dance moves
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: having or covered with fine soft hairs, plumes, or scales
Synonyms
Examples of silky in a Sentence
The cat has a silky coat.
The material has a silky feel.
Recent Examples on the Web
Starchy ingredients like potatoes or beans in the pot will help thicken the broth, turning it rich and silky.
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Melissa Clark, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2024
The cushion’s memory foam interior is encased in a soft and silky mesh material that feels smooth against the skin and keeps you cool even during extended periods of sitting.
—Danielle Zoellner, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2024
That’s typically cotton poplin that’s crisp, but not scratchy; anything silky (whether that’s silk or satin); modal; rayon; and cashmere-esque knitwear.
—Caroline Reilly, SELF, 4 Apr. 2024
This chelating shampoo starts as a rich cream and then lathers to a lightweight foam that gently removes metal deposits in the hair, leaving strands looking lustrous and feeling soft and silky.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 2 Apr. 2024
The slightly oversized jacket is constructed of ultra-light and silky soft fabric with stretch for a breathable feel.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 19 Mar. 2024
Her silky, spaghetti-strap dress featured ruching at the bodice to give it a figure-hugging fit and a low neckline to show off her curves.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 6 Mar. 2024
This gorgeous silky rosette version is a current standout.
—Perrie Samotin, Glamour, 29 Mar. 2024
Perfect for the bride's pre-wedding glam session, the collection includes a silky classic short robe ($88) — available in both bridal white and baby blue — which is trimmed with pretty lace details on the hem and sleeves.
—Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 26 Mar. 2024
Melissa Clark, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2024
The cushion’s memory foam interior is encased in a soft and silky mesh material that feels smooth against the skin and keeps you cool even during extended periods of sitting.
—Danielle Zoellner, Verywell Health, 8 Apr. 2024
That’s typically cotton poplin that’s crisp, but not scratchy; anything silky (whether that’s silk or satin); modal; rayon; and cashmere-esque knitwear.
—Caroline Reilly, SELF, 4 Apr. 2024
This chelating shampoo starts as a rich cream and then lathers to a lightweight foam that gently removes metal deposits in the hair, leaving strands looking lustrous and feeling soft and silky.
—Sophia Panych, Allure, 2 Apr. 2024
The slightly oversized jacket is constructed of ultra-light and silky soft fabric with stretch for a breathable feel.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 19 Mar. 2024
Her silky, spaghetti-strap dress featured ruching at the bodice to give it a figure-hugging fit and a low neckline to show off her curves.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 6 Mar. 2024
This gorgeous silky rosette version is a current standout.
—Perrie Samotin, Glamour, 29 Mar. 2024
Perfect for the bride's pre-wedding glam session, the collection includes a silky classic short robe ($88) — available in both bridal white and baby blue — which is trimmed with pretty lace details on the hem and sleeves.
—Erin Clack, Peoplemag, 26 Mar. 2024
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“Silky.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/silky. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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