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as in flexible
able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted
bouncy seat cushions
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as in joyful
joyously unrestrained
unsurprisingly, the bouncy talk show hostess was a cheerleader in high school
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Recent Examples of bouncy
Her mochi skins are bouncy and soft, with a chewy texture so majestic that the stretchability rivals the most dramatic of cheese pulls.
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Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Protease, a gentle enzyme, smooths texture and helps strengthen the moisture barrier so skin stays bouncier, less reactive, and better hydrated.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Jan. 2026
These running shoes have racked up thousands of five-star ratings, with many reviewers sharing that the cushioning feels soft without being overly bouncy, so running a higher mile count feels smoother and more comfortable.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
What holds more promise than a lighter, bouncier, sexier new model?
—Jonathan Beverly, Outside, 26 Dec. 2025
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Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Protease, a gentle enzyme, smooths texture and helps strengthen the moisture barrier so skin stays bouncier, less reactive, and better hydrated.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Jan. 2026
These running shoes have racked up thousands of five-star ratings, with many reviewers sharing that the cushioning feels soft without being overly bouncy, so running a higher mile count feels smoother and more comfortable.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
What holds more promise than a lighter, bouncier, sexier new model?
—Jonathan Beverly, Outside, 26 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bouncy
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The result highlighted their potential for wearable electronics, lightweight power systems, and flexible solar applications.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
7 May 2026
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The booth combined a UR10e case‑packing cell, Vention’s modular conveyor system for product movement and accumulation and a UR20 palletizer, showing how collaborative robots and modular hardware can create flexible, easy‑to‑deploy packaging lines.—
Arthur Zaczkiewicz,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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Every seating unfolds to a soundtrack of 90s hip-hop, an unexpected but perfect counterpoint that keeps the room relaxed, energetic, and quietly joyful.—
Lori Fredrich,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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The royal mom shared the same picture to her Instagram on Monday, along with a joyful message below.—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
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The situation is also an opportunity for NASA to resume the kind of risk-taking that has been lacking to shake the agency out of a post-space-shuttle lethargy and to reignite passions for reaching a stretch goal under deadline pressure.—
Thomas Black,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The situation is also an opportunity for NASA to resume the kind of risk-taking that has been lacking to shake the agency out of a post-space-shuttle lethargy and to reignite passions for reaching a stretch goal under deadline pressure.—
Thomas Black,
Twin Cities,
23 Apr. 2026
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Purple irises bring wisdom, while blue irises encourage faith, white irises symbolize integrity, and yellow irises are an exuberant rush of enthusiasm — all while enhancing our verbal sentiments.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
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Joie de vivre Happy-go-lucky hounds have an abundance of joie de vivre, a French phrase that refers to a cheerful and exuberant enjoyment of life.—
Aditya Simha,
The Conversation,
7 May 2026
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Stuff the paper bag with plastic bags or other light materials to help fill and shape it to resemble a wasp nest.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
9 May 2026
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When this process takes place inside a plastic tub—as required by the directions on the mothball package—the mothball gases are able to accumulate and circulate around the clothing they're intended to protect.—
Samantha Johnson,
Martha Stewart,
9 May 2026
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Read on as drink pros spill about buzzy, bubbly highballs and how to add them to your happy hour menu this season.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2026
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Bake until filling is bubbly and thickened, about 1 hour, shielding edges as needed to prevent over-browning.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
3 May 2026
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The team didn’t sustain momentum enough, even after resilient comebacks.—
Shayna Goldman,
New York Times,
6 May 2026
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Even so, when integrated into a resilient network, Typhon delivers a powerful and flexible deep-strike capability.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
6 May 2026
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What causes the unstoppable nucleation of bubbles within a body of magma, which can propel hot, buoyant magma through the crust above with soda can–like effervescence?—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
8 May 2026
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Friendly and open, Leon has an energetic, buoyant personality.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
6 May 2026
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“Bouncy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bouncy. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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