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also curvacious
as in shapely
having a well-proportioned feminine figure
curvaceous swimsuit models
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Recent Examples of curvaceous
Its shoulders are also larger than Bad Bunny’s, and noticeably wider than the less structured suits he’s previously worn, which also helps create a more curvaceous body shape.
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José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 7 Feb. 2026
Sweeping, curvaceous sofas and coffee tables that seemed to defy the limits of wood and metal were bold and original.
—Heather Bien, The Spruce, 4 Feb. 2026
The suites and villas There are 99 suites, of which 48 are pool villas set into the hills with further rooms located on top of the curvaceous main hotel building.
—Jemima Sissons, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
This curvaceous design is distinguished by its circular base, which brings in ash hardwood to enable a smooth 360-degree seat turn.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 21 Jan. 2026
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José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 7 Feb. 2026
Sweeping, curvaceous sofas and coffee tables that seemed to defy the limits of wood and metal were bold and original.
—Heather Bien, The Spruce, 4 Feb. 2026
The suites and villas There are 99 suites, of which 48 are pool villas set into the hills with further rooms located on top of the curvaceous main hotel building.
—Jemima Sissons, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
This curvaceous design is distinguished by its circular base, which brings in ash hardwood to enable a smooth 360-degree seat turn.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 21 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for curvaceous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curvaceous
Adjective
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The shapely 24-year-old advertising saleswoman wore a black swimsuit with a white Playboy bunny across the front.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
14 Aug. 2025
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Regular Janes posted their amateurish snapshots, showcasing lean yet shapely physiques attained through weight training, minimal to no cardio, and a caloric intake generous enough to make Marie Claire vomit.—
Lauren Michele Jackson,
New Yorker,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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An InStyle editor's mom swears by the Mario Badescu Super Collagen Mask for plump, firm, even skin.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
22 Feb. 2026
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Forget about fashionable foodie trends, the cuisine here remains a faithful homage to the master, perfectly reproducing his signature dishes like plump pike quenelle dumplings in a rich creamy Nantua sauce, succulent beef Rossini topped with foie gras or a tasty black truffle soup.—
John Brunton,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Finish the look with the matching Bolinas Woven Bench at the foot of your bed and the Raleigh Headboard for a curvy hint of texture.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
22 Feb. 2026
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Conceived by Danish architect Jørn Utzon, the sculptural, curvy building transformed the image of Australia when it was unveiled in 1973.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Curvaceous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curvaceous. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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