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as in clumpy
having small pieces or lumps spread throughout
the lumpy mashed potatoes were cold as well
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as in uneven
not having a level or smooth surface
before painting, we had to sand the lumpy surface to make it smooth
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Recent Examples of lumpy
Both Phobos and Deimos look like asteroids, being lumpy, cratered and small.
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Keith Cooper, Space.com, 13 Mar. 2025
If the paint is still lumpy after stirring, strain it using a fine mesh to remove clumps.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Mar. 2025
Greek yogurt is smooth and creamy, while cheese curds give cottage cheese a lumpy texture.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 4 Mar. 2025
After sleeping on the Studio Chill Hybrid, nighttime wakefulness is a thing of the past—and so is the lower back and joint pain our lumpy spring mattress used to give us.
—Jaylyn Pruitt, Health, 21 Feb. 2025
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Keith Cooper, Space.com, 13 Mar. 2025
If the paint is still lumpy after stirring, strain it using a fine mesh to remove clumps.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Mar. 2025
Greek yogurt is smooth and creamy, while cheese curds give cottage cheese a lumpy texture.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 4 Mar. 2025
After sleeping on the Studio Chill Hybrid, nighttime wakefulness is a thing of the past—and so is the lower back and joint pain our lumpy spring mattress used to give us.
—Jaylyn Pruitt, Health, 21 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lumpy
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The two men had worked together for years, selling everything from colon cleanses to get-rich-quick advice, before pivoting to crypto with uneven results.—
Eric Lipton,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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An even newer device, an electronic screener or balance board, measures foot movements as the patient tries to balance themselves on an uneven surface with their eyes open, and then closed.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
27 Apr. 2025
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These Steve Madden platform sneakers feature thick, cushioned soles that provide extra height without sacrificing comfort.—
Jené Luciani Sena,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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About the question, remember thick newspapers and magazines dense with ads?—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Boulders offer a jagged look For a rugged look, consider a retaining wall made from large boulders.—
Katherine McLaughlin,
Architectural Digest,
18 Apr. 2025
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Shot-reverse shot sequences are somewhat abrupt, the characters segregated in their individual frames, Spicer using different angles on close-ups to lend to that jagged sense of separation.—
Katie Walsh,
Twin Cities,
11 Apr. 2025
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The company even offers a mountain trike trailer with chunky tires for riders wanting to carry more.—
Trinity Francis,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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While the towering shoes may seem intimidating, don’t let their large, often chunky heels fool you: PLatform shoes are among the most comfortable heels in any wardrobe.—
Nina Derwin,
Glamour,
17 Apr. 2025
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Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman had a rough outing against the New York Yankees on Sunday in the first game of a doubleheader.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Oz has had 30 (homers) and 100 (RBIs) before and can have some rough patches and still has a way of coming out of it.—
David O'Brien,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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Premiering April 20 on Nat Geo and streaming April 21 on Disney+ and Hulu, the three-part series is a visual triumph made possible by engineering grit, field science, and the kind of rugged tech innovation typically reserved for space exploration.—
Tony Bradley,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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Unveiled at the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025, this futuristic machine is built to handle rugged terrain with ease, combining cutting-edge robotics and sustainable energy.—
Fox News Staff,
FOXNews.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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The soft, nubby texture of the fabric complements the curved furniture's soft edges, maximizing both comfort and style.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Jan. 2025
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Featuring a nubby texture made from thick loops of yarn, the material seamlessly blends style and comfort.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Jan. 2025
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Using accessible platforms such as 311, public school parents and community members should be able to report broken buzzers and defective security equipment in schools to ensure administrators can quickly address defects and replace them.—
Savanah Jackson,
New York Daily News,
27 Apr. 2025
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And my left side is asking for directions from a broken gps.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Lumpy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lumpy. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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