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
Map out entry points and ensure nothing forces guests to zigzag awkwardly around bulky furniture.
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Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 3 Mar. 2026
The gloves are warm but not overly thick or bulky.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
Fire pits, harsh lights, messy ponds, bulky structures, and too much concrete can irritate neighbors.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 3 Mar. 2026
The lack of bulky armrests makes this a streamlined pick for small spaces like nurseries or entryways.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
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Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 3 Mar. 2026
The gloves are warm but not overly thick or bulky.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
Fire pits, harsh lights, messy ponds, bulky structures, and too much concrete can irritate neighbors.
—Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 3 Mar. 2026
The lack of bulky armrests makes this a streamlined pick for small spaces like nurseries or entryways.
—Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for bulky
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bulky
Adjective
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Employers pared back hiring last year to cope with Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves’ payroll tax rises and large increases in the minimum wage.—
Irina Anghel,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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The new report adds to a growing body of work that indicates climate change is having a quicker and larger impact on the planet than scientists have understood.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The attendance figure broke a club record for the Paradise, and part of that came from a sizable AC Boise section of fans who chanted and cheered throughout the game.—
Amaia Gavica,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Mar. 2026
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These fees are to be used to pay a sizable chunk of the entry fee into the MAC, with the university then being able to keep them thereafter.—
Michael McGough,
Sacbee.com,
8 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Aiden Robbins took the most substantial swing of the night in that inning, driving a two-run, back-side home run to right field.—
David Eckert,
Austin American Statesman,
7 Mar. 2026
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Young described the difference as substantial, enough rain to make the small blades of grass stand up enough for putts to hold their line.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
7 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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This is Ackman’s second attempt at listing Pershing Square, after withdrawing an oversized plan in 2024 that found little market appetite.—
Liz Hoffman,
semafor.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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Instead of throwing on your beloved hoodie, consider elevating the outfit with an oversized coat or blazer.—
Antonio Fuentes,
Glamour,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Colorado Avalanche Information Center Avalanche danger in some parts of the high country is considerable, particularly on north- and east-facing slopes and on large open slopes just below ridgelines.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
8 Mar. 2026
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There’s been considerable debate over just how much institutional ownership there is in the housing market and what impact that has.—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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There are always big, burning science questions that often serve as the motivation for any new facility or observatory.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
11 Mar. 2026
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Mike Singletary leads Texas Tech to the biggest rally in Big 12 tournament history, scoring all 29 of Texas Tech’s points during a second-half surge that pushed the Red Raiders to a 88-83 win against the Aggies.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Plus visiting Greece in the off-season reveals handsome landscapes without the heat and crowds that summer can bring.—
Katie Silcox,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Mar. 2026
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Woodell plays Jay, a charming, handsome and wealthy Catfish alum.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Everyone’s broken, so the collective strength of the cast in keeping us on our toes about where this is all headed is a huge plus.—
Robert Abele,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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Rich-girl flip-flops Flip-flops underwent a huge glow-up last summer, graduating from a beachside afterthought to a genuine fashion statement.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Bulky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bulky. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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