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as in thick
having small pieces or lumps spread throughout
chunky peanut butter adds an interesting layer of texture when paired with jelly
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as in stout
being compact and broad in build and often short in stature
a chunky little toddler
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Recent Examples of chunky
There were headscarves knotted under the chin, chunky earrings, oversized shades, and playful handbags.
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Christina Holevas, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
Buckley wore a wide-sleeve floral dress and chunky bow belt.
—Isobel Lewis, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2026
Opt for a slimmer fit or a chunkier sneaker depending on your style and preference.
—Claire Peltier, ABC News, 3 Mar. 2026
Soups can take many forms — smooth or chunky, clear or creamy, rustic or elegant.
—Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
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Christina Holevas, Vogue, 3 Mar. 2026
Buckley wore a wide-sleeve floral dress and chunky bow belt.
—Isobel Lewis, Vulture, 3 Mar. 2026
Opt for a slimmer fit or a chunkier sneaker depending on your style and preference.
—Claire Peltier, ABC News, 3 Mar. 2026
Soups can take many forms — smooth or chunky, clear or creamy, rustic or elegant.
—Carole Kotkin, Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chunky
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Looking for a thicker platform?—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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His house sits across from what used to be a thick copse of woods.—
Liam Rappleye,
Freep.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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But considering Fred Hoiberg’s team didn’t have a single double-digit loss before this week, and its stout no-middle defense is still top-10 nationally, there are still plenty of reasons for optimism.—
Brendan Marks,
New York Times,
5 Mar. 2026
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The Aztecs are stout as ever defensively under coach Brian Dutcher but rank 108th nationally in offensive efficiency, according to the Pomeroy ratings, which measure points-per-possession adjusted for opponents.—
Jon Wilner,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Feb. 2026
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Next Tuesday, Simpson is scheduled to have a mastectomy on the side with three tumors and a lump removal on the other, with reconstructive surgery to move fat and an artery from her abdomen to replace the removed breast.—
Meg Wingerter,
Denver Post,
11 Mar. 2026
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Tom couldn’t get the lean down but ate a few bites of fat.—
Elwyn "Bud" Myers,
Outdoor Life,
11 Mar. 2026
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Designer Michael Rider knows that his job is not to tantalize the world with his ego, a tendency that has brought us countless collections of oversized, lumpy garments that are unrealistic for people to wear, but to enchant them with terrific clothes.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
10 Mar. 2026
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The whole tomatoes are smashed in the pan, creating a thick, lumpy sauce with great texture.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.—
CA Earthquake Bot,
Sacbee.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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Choose varieties that produce long, sturdy stems and blooms.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
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The piece fell to her ankles in a soft, pale pink fabric with a nubby, plush surface and a structured collar.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
3 Feb. 2026
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Why else show nubby fleece trousers with a coordinating striped jacket, which nobody needs but would be a hoot to wear?—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
26 Jan. 2026
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Each winter, a selection of international artisans have free reign to carve their designs into ephemeral Art Suites, whose elaborate beds—topped with plump mattresses, reindeer hides, and sleeping bags—are truly beyond imagination.—
Kathryn Romeyn,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
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These varieties produce juicy, plump strawberries, which are perfect for a summer harvest.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
7 Mar. 2026
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Using clumpy detergent can clog compartments, gum up a washing machine’s internal components, and leave detergent deposits on clothes.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Feb. 2026
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Softened butter is also crucial for making smooth frostings, as cold butter will not emulsify properly and will lead to clumpy results (this is true of cake batters, too).—
Molly Allen,
Southern Living,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Chunky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chunky. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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