as in largeness
the quality or state of being large in size
the box wasn't heavy, but its bulkiness made it awkward to carry
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as in large
of a size greater than average of its kind
bulky packages might cost more to mail
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Recent Examples of bulkiness
Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2025
Unlike bulky smartglasses from other brands, Halo feels natural on your face, weighing just over 40 grams.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2025
This hooded Levi’s water-resistant jacket is another great option that will keep you dry without adding an overly bulky top layer.
—Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2025
Aesthetically, the two varieties are traditional, bulky grip handles that attach to either side of the handhold and the flap-out style that connect on only one side.
—New Atlas, 2 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
Sew panels of shirts and sweatshirts together to create a larger pad, or simply fold a bulky sweatshirt in half.
—Claire Hoppe Norgaard, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Aug. 2025
Unlike bulky smartglasses from other brands, Halo feels natural on your face, weighing just over 40 grams.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2025
This hooded Levi’s water-resistant jacket is another great option that will keep you dry without adding an overly bulky top layer.
—Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2025
Aesthetically, the two varieties are traditional, bulky grip handles that attach to either side of the handhold and the flap-out style that connect on only one side.
—New Atlas, 2 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bulkiness
Adjective
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Lopez’s visit to Turkey’s largest city coincided with her Aug. 5 performance at Yenikapi Festival Park during the Istanbul Festival.—
Daniel S. Levine,
People.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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So the large gap in media market size — San Diego’s 30th in the country, Phoenix is 12th — doesn’t seem very relevant in this rivalry.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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With the score, Rivera surged to an early and sizable lead.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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As soon as the basic follow-up question was asked, the sizable majority in support of California’s green agenda vanished.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Throughout the documentary, this film captures the essence of simplicity in the game, the joy of generosity, and the common thread of loving soccer.—
Jackie Gutierrez,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Your capacity for empathy and generosity seems limited to Jan. 6.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
4 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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This mix shift toward a higher-margin platform creates substantial room for profitability gains.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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The project, requiring substantial power and water resources, has spurred rumors and anxieties among landowners facing pressure to sell their property.—
Sarah Henry,
The Courier-Journal,
18 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Stam had gambling issues, the court was told, and had become addicted to nitrous oxide, as well as running up considerable debts and finding his life in danger for owing money to the wrong people.—
Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
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Be aware, though, that this option will involve a considerable expense, since you will be required to pay the entire premium (the employer will no longer pay what is usually a substantial share).—
Elisabeth Rosenthal,
Miami Herald,
12 Aug. 2025
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Newsweek's report on Wednesday noted that a recent 5.8 magnitude tremor had also struck the region.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Aug. 2025
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Still, a deal of this magnitude and structure is certainly one to watch.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
8 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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There’s a large picture window, a handsome bar, and lighting that is not overly bright.—
Tom Hyland,
Forbes.com,
11 Aug. 2025
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Property developers were more than happy to tear down the mansions and build very handsome tall buildings, and quite a few of them were structured as cooperatives.—
Christopher Bonanos,
Curbed,
11 Aug. 2025
Noun
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With an abundance of metrics available, leaders often face the challenge of determining which data points truly matter.—
Matthew Gantner,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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There’s an abundance of choice, but what is Ridd most looking forward to about this year’s instalment?—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Bulkiness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bulkiness. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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