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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
Adjective
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Fridge foraging is flexible by design, built around a few adaptable formats that absorb nearly any combination of ingredients.—
Allison Palmer,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Apr. 2026
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Designed for all-day wear, these clogs have a foam insole with moderate cushioning and a supportive, flexible outsole.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Apr. 2026
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Led by Wendy Haddock, an artist and movement educator with over 30 years of teaching experience, this joyful class encourages creativity, confidence, and well-being through movement.—
Kris Slugg,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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The Moon conjoins mischievous Mercury in your 5th House of Celebration, which invites you to engage in joyful self-expression.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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The senior wide receiver led the Bruins out of stretch lines and took a more vocal approach to practice.—
Gabriel Duarte,
Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The baggy straight-wide silhouette feels relaxed but still pulled together, with stretch denim and a drawstring waist for comfort.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
8 Apr. 2026
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The color palette for Denim Virals is more exuberant and youthful with lilac purples, high-visibility pink, limeade and orange.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
20 Apr. 2026
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Warm wood and rattan are juxtaposed with exuberant patterns (think scalloped headboards), and swaths of mirror and brass, eliciting a glamorous but grounded ambiance.—
Travel + Leisure Editors,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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The backup option is unglamorous, involving the use of plastic bags.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2026
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Protect your lawn and landscaping with plastic sheets or tarps.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Propelled by waves, seawater funnels through narrow slots in the rocks, filling the natural pool with frothy, bubbly water heated by the sun.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Apr. 2026
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Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted on top, the edges are bubbly, and the center is hot.—
Erin Merhar,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2026
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By embedding these quantum-resistant mechanisms into the hardware and system levels, the project aims to create a more resilient foundation for critical technology.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Apr. 2026
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Arsenal enters the match as the favorite, but Sporting has been resilient in the Champions League, rebounding from a 3-0 loss to tournament darlings Bodo/Glimt with a 5-0 thrashing in Lisbon.—
Pueng Vongs,
Mercury News,
15 Apr. 2026
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His voice was in its usual form, bright and buoyant, but with a new heaviness that has creeped in with age.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
18 Apr. 2026
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Numerous cycles later, these remain as buoyant as ever.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Bouncy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bouncy. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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