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as in skinny
having a noticeably small amount of body fat
the svelte dancer seemed to float across the stage
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as in sophisticated
having or showing very polished and worldly manners
the interior designer spoke in a low, svelte voice
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Recent Examples of svelte
The key here is extensive use of lightweight aluminum and composite components that hold their curb weights down to a svelte 2,000 pounds, which itself is about the weight of a Ford F-150 Lightning EV’s battery pack alone.
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Jim Gorzelany, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Nena Farrell The Best Smart Rings to Rule Them All
A svelte smart ring can track important health metrics and doesn't need to be charged every day.
—Nena Farrell, Wired News, 28 Mar. 2025
Weight-reduction measures include a carbon-fiber hood and fenders, trimming curb weight to a svelte 3,214 pounds.
—Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2025
What most struck me at the time, though, was that the landlord had allotted just one svelte closet for the entire unit.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 19 Mar. 2025
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Jim Gorzelany, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Nena Farrell The Best Smart Rings to Rule Them All
A svelte smart ring can track important health metrics and doesn't need to be charged every day.
—Nena Farrell, Wired News, 28 Mar. 2025
Weight-reduction measures include a carbon-fiber hood and fenders, trimming curb weight to a svelte 3,214 pounds.
—Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 2025
What most struck me at the time, though, was that the landlord had allotted just one svelte closet for the entire unit.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for svelte
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Keep scrolling to shop more skinny jeans, blazers, and button-down shirts inspired by Kate Middleton’s outfit blueprint below.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
1 May 2025
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These cars, with their skinny tires up front, skeletal body and explosive engine, generate up to 11,000 to 12,000 horsepower and reach speeds in the mid-300 mphs in just 1,000 feet and require parachutes to safely arrive at a stop.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Apr. 2025
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Micro-fulfillment centers come with their own risks, such as a heavy reliance on sophisticated robotics that can cause disruptions if errors occur.—
Annika Kim Constantino,
CNBC,
11 May 2025
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Practical welt pockets, button closures, and adjustable cuffs maintain functionality, while thoughtful tonal stitching keeps the aesthetic sophisticated.—
Pooja Shah,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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The animals have longer beaks, a more slender build and more distinctive dorsal fins than common bottlenose dolphins, according to Whale and Dolphin Conservation, a nonprofit.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
8 May 2025
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The handle is slender, ergonomically shaped, and has divots for an easier grip (and more control).—
Molly Higgins,
Wired News,
2 May 2025
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Much of the aesthetic was defined by long-slung, horizontal homes that were intended to emulate the graceful expanse of the midwest Prairie.—
Katherine McLaughlin,
Architectural Digest,
8 May 2025
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Certainly, the words graceful or athletic do not come to mind.—
Ernie Cowan,
Mercury News,
27 Apr. 2025
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 May 2025
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The new device measures in at 5.8mm, which Samsung claims is its thinnest ever Galaxy S smartphone.—
Janhoi McGregor,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Twain’s final decades were his Job years, the opposite of quiet and smooth and lovely.—
Graeme Wood,
The Atlantic,
9 May 2025
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Photos taken during the health department’s inspection showed bookshelves with cracked and peeling paint sitting close to the ground, but the wood is now sanded smooth and painted over.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN Money,
9 May 2025
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Though Malkmus has maintained much of his lean, boyish West Coast cool, even edging toward late middle age, the quintet looks older and wiser, no longer burdened by their uncomfortable relationship with success.—
Scott Tobias,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2025
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When looking for lean poultry, opt for boneless, skinless chicken breasts and turkey cutlets.7 5.—
Sohaib Imtiaz,
Verywell Health,
9 May 2025
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Well integrated suave tannins and red fruit and flavors that include blueberries in this light and fine juice.—
Tom Mullen,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
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Art Deco has never really gone out of style: Even after a century, the zigzag meanders, suave ladies and elegant lines associated with it still define sophistication.—
Jordan Riefe,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2025
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“Svelte.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/svelte. Accessed 17 May. 2025.
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