as in limp
not stiff in structure
the flaccid stalks of celery that had been around for far too long
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Recent Examples of flaccid
How could an offense that tore up its final two opponents on the way to a Super Bowl victory a year ago and returned 10 of 11 starters have been so flaccid in 2025?
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Michael Silver,
New York Times,
16 Jan. 2026
Infant botulism can lead to bulbar palsies, hypotonia and a symmetric, descending, flaccid paralysis.
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Max Rego,
The Hill,
16 Dec. 2025
If left untreated, infants may experience a progressive, flaccid paralysis that can lead to breathing difficulties and require weeks of hospitalization.
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James Powel,
USA Today,
10 Nov. 2025
Tasters agreed a meaty fillet was ideal—no wimpy, flaccid bites allowed.
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Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Sep. 2025
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Michael Silver,
New York Times,
16 Jan. 2026
Infant botulism can lead to bulbar palsies, hypotonia and a symmetric, descending, flaccid paralysis.
—
Max Rego,
The Hill,
16 Dec. 2025
If left untreated, infants may experience a progressive, flaccid paralysis that can lead to breathing difficulties and require weeks of hospitalization.
—
James Powel,
USA Today,
10 Nov. 2025
Tasters agreed a meaty fillet was ideal—no wimpy, flaccid bites allowed.
—
Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for flaccid
Adjective
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Zeolite absorbs excess oil while silk powder creates airy body and grit, making limp hair look instantly fuller and more lived-in.
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Sauté green and red pepper and onions in butter until limp; set aside.
Adjective
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Dogs of all shapes and sizes entered the gates of Citi Field Thursday night with wagging tails, floppy ears and plenty of Mets gear.
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Jayden Antropov, a floppy-haired recent high-school graduate, had taken the day off from working two part-time jobs, at Publix and at a burger joint.
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“Flaccid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flaccid. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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