gawkies

Definition of gawkiesnext
plural of gawky

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Noun
  • There are two scenes that show the transformation of main characters into the Tin Man and the Scarecrow, and while the more harrowing stuff is seen in flashes or close-ups, there’s still some unnerving body horror that could give tykes nightmares.
    Brian Truitt, USA Today, 20 Nov. 2025
  • An inspiring 60-second spot from Pampers features an array of wee tykes, all being comforted or protected by the popular Procter & Gamble diaper.
    Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Kansas City played host to the Tahoe Knight Monsters and beat the visitors twice at Cable Dahmer Arena in Independence, adding two more dubs to the win column.
    The Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 29 Jan. 2026
  • YouTube says up to 25% of the test channels' viewers opt for non-English dubs.
    Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 13 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together almond flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt, breaking up any lumps.
    CNN Money, CNN Money, 24 Jan. 2026
  • Sarcoidosis produces lumps or nodules in the lungs.
    Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 21 Jan. 2026
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“Gawkies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gawkies. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.

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