as in voluptuous
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Recent Examples of Rubenesque
The eight-episode drama kicks off as adolescent firebrand Erika (Mar Isern) unwittingly provokes a wave of introspection after an uncut video of her Rubenesque body goes viral.
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Holly Jones, Variety, 20 Feb. 2024
Portly gentlemen and Rubenesque ladies were much admired.
—Miss Manners | Judith Martin, Anchorage Daily News, 11 Apr. 2023
Holly Jones, Variety, 20 Feb. 2024
Portly gentlemen and Rubenesque ladies were much admired.
—Miss Manners | Judith Martin, Anchorage Daily News, 11 Apr. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for Rubenesque
Adjective
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Others drew comparisons to Venus of Willendorf, a voluptuous female figurine dating back to 28,000–25,000 BCE.—
Rosa Rahimi,
CNN Money,
2 Apr. 2025
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The 23-year-old returned with a catchy single for the ladies sporting a more voluptuous figure.—
Christopher Claxton,
Billboard,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The buxom installation was executive produced by Amy Kule of Merry Wonderer, who previously spent 20 years leading the production of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Fourth of July Fireworks, and the department store’s Herald Square Flower Show before launching her own creative agency.—
Karu F. Daniels,
New York Daily News,
4 Mar. 2025
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That buxom elf put wind in my sails, so to speak, and now this other, prettier woman is bumming a cigarette off me.—
Liam Sherwin-Murray,
Harper's Magazine,
2 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The 11 Best Headboards of 2024 for Every Bedroom Style In the primary bath, matching the Roman shade fabric to the wallpaper creates a continuous flow that emphasizes the voluminous feeling; the octagonal side table provides shapely interest.—
Kathryn O'Shea-Evans,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Aug. 2024
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Look to design super star, Ilse Crawford, for this shapely oak option.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
2 July 2024
Adjective
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Mermaid An old-Hollywood favorite, the curvaceous mermaid gown has undergone a red carpet resurgence lately with the likes of Naomi Watts, Demi Moore and Zendaya all sporting it.—
Emily Mercer,
Footwear News,
23 Apr. 2025
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At 45 feet in height, made of steel covered by stainless steel mesh and featuring curvaceous nakedness, the R-Evolution statue draws a steady stream of locals and visitors alike.—
Jorge L. Ortiz,
USA Today,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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This curvy sun chaise from Modway is worth snagging for a resort-like feel at home.—
Miles Walls,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 Apr. 2025
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In early 2025, the Salamander DC completed a property-wide renovation that has yielded sophisticated public spaces, including a new spa, and 373 reimagined guest rooms with a pastel-leaning palette and soft, curvy furnishings.—
Laura Dannen Redman,
AFAR Media,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Pally was courtside for the game and subsequent medal ceremony when cameras caught Curry tossing up a Mr. Throwback reference — chubby cheeks — from the podium.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Apr. 2025
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Image Our collective longing to connect with animals is evident in the viral popularity of animal celebrities on social media — who can resist Pesto the chubby baby king penguin, Hua Hua the panda or Moo Deng, the ornery baby pygmy hippo?—
Alexandra Alter,
New York Times,
23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Isotonic Hydra Gel Eye Masks by Espa: These eye masks instantly hydrate, plump, and brighten the under-eye and contour area, softening dehydration lines and signs of tiredness.—
Felicity Carter,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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The classic brown color delivers a soft, satin finish, while maracuja oil and hyaluronic acid work together to hydrate, plump, and condition your lips.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
24 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Colleges that are less well-endowed might have fewer proxies that strain their financial aid budget, but still should use individualized proxies to meet their institutional needs.—
Scott White,
Forbes,
20 Sep. 2024
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Unfortunately, as anyone else who is well-endowed can likely attest, one-pieces seldom do the girls justice.—
Brie Schwartz,
Glamour,
21 Feb. 2024
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“Rubenesque.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/Rubenesque. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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