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 bulky
That’s not to mention the physical limitations of an extremely bulky spacesuit, which could physically tax astronauts even more than stepping outside of the International Space Station during a spacewalk.
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Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 29 Jan. 2026
Extreme wash downs, dirty tints, leather-like coatings and paint splatter were featured in PDF’s bulky and highly tactile collection.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 29 Jan. 2026
With over $10 billion in annual revenue, the company operates one of the world’s largest online marketplaces for bulky, high-consideration products, supported by a complex logistics and fulfillment network.
—Paul Baier, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Schoenith notes that vintage cast iron generally has an even finish, thinner walls, and is less heavy and bulky than modern versions.
—Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 29 Jan. 2026
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Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 29 Jan. 2026
Extreme wash downs, dirty tints, leather-like coatings and paint splatter were featured in PDF’s bulky and highly tactile collection.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 29 Jan. 2026
With over $10 billion in annual revenue, the company operates one of the world’s largest online marketplaces for bulky, high-consideration products, supported by a complex logistics and fulfillment network.
—Paul Baier, Forbes.com, 29 Jan. 2026
Schoenith notes that vintage cast iron generally has an even finish, thinner walls, and is less heavy and bulky than modern versions.
—Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 29 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bulky
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Unitree confirmed that the G1 is designed as a compact, foldable humanoid focused on affordability and scalability, while the larger H2 targets industrial applications.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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In Europe, where Panattoni has operated for around 20 years, the platform spans 15 countries through 36 offices and has been the region's largest developer for eight consecutive years.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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This compact yet sizable belt bag has a simple silhouette that looks very similar to the one Diaz just wore.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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Highly revered for its outdoorsy facilities, the low-slung La Reserve Hotel and Spa Geneva occupies a sizable, green patch alongside its namesake lake.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Yet these shady financing deals can leave survivors owing substantial fees and interest, sometimes consuming a significant portion of any eventual award.—
Jaime Huff,
Oc Register,
31 Jan. 2026
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Throughout the show – which launched with a DJ set by longtime Carey friend and producer Jermaine Dupri – Carey’s admirers dug into her substantial catalog with gusto.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
31 Jan. 2026
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Amp up the oversized look with an equally voluminous jacket, or balance out proportions with a peplum jacket.—
Rosie Jarman,
Vogue,
27 Jan. 2026
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But that strange mix of nostalgia and ridicule Shlesinger’s script shows for certain Texas customs (big hair, oversize pickup trucks and bladder-challenging beverage containers)?—
Peter Debruge,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2026
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Defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga (foot) is the only considerable contributor inactive with injury.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
11 Jan. 2026
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In theory, this engine could achieve escape velocity from the Solar System, but would also produce considerable heat and radiation that would need to be safely contained.—
Matthew S Williams,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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Bulletin board member Steve Fetter stated that the rise of ‘unregulated AI tools’ poses a big threat to human survival in the present times.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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More than 8,000 volunteers are with the program so far, but leaders have a goal of growing Phambassadors to at least 10,000 people before the year's biggest events.—
Nikki DeMentri,
CBS News,
28 Jan. 2026
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Her husband, Laurent (Arnaud Binard), has shown up unexpectedly in Rome to find his wife in the arms of handsome Italian film director Giancarlo (Raoul Bova).—
Sam Reed,
Glamour,
6 Jan. 2026
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Outlander is based on Diana Gabaldon's best-selling book series of the same name about the epic love story between an English World War II nurse who travels back in time to 18th-century Scotland and meets a handsome Highlander.—
Jillian Sederholm,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Jan. 2026
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The final project aims to blend elements from space sims, first-person shooters, MMOs, and more into a massive amalgamation set in a huge, persistent universe.—
Alan Bradley,
Space.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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The Senate passed a package funding huge chunks of the federal government through September but setting a two-week stopwatch on the expiration of Homeland Security funding.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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“Bulky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bulky. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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