Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cardboardy
Adjective
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People who aren't used to eating fiber-rich foods may experience bloating and gas after consuming fibrous foods.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
7 Nov. 2025 -
Manufacturers extract collagen, the fibrous protein that connects muscles, bones and skins, and then turn it into gelatin, according to MedicalNews Today.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
30 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds and any stringy pieces.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
29 Oct. 2025
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Then to reheat, warm very gently over low heat in lieu of simmering or boiling, which can cause the soup to become stringy.—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
28 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The skin should be bright or deep red and feel firm and leathery.—
Jinan Banna,
Verywell Health,
30 Oct. 2025
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Woodson recommends choosing one with taut skin and a leathery appearance.—
Sarah Garone,
Health,
27 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Del Toro, perpetually attuned to the minutiae of process, turns the sinewy logistics of reanimation into a series of referendums on Victor’s humanity.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
28 Oct. 2025
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The photo of Chastain whipping off her jersey, shouting in triumph, her sinewy arms flexed, was immediately historic.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
27 Oct. 2025
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“Cardboardy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cardboardy. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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