as in coarse
made up of large particles
the sugar in some countries has a much more grained consistency than what we're used to in the U.S.
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Recent Examples of grained
The brand’s classic coats were joined by handsome bomber jackets in grained leather or suede, cocooning puffers and enveloping shearling jackets and stoles that were lined with contrasting napa for extra luxe.
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Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 2 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for grained
Adjective
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The global public square has been getting coarser for years, and social media has played a big part in the deterioration.—
Bobby Ghosh,
Time,
1 June 2026
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Add Fresh Mulch Mulch with a coarse or sharp texture—such as large wood chips—can irritate a snake's belly scales.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
31 May 2026
Adjective
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Pancreatic cancer specialists were thrilled, yet also wanted granular data that could teach the field where to go next.—
Lisa Jarvis,
Twin Cities,
7 June 2026
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Pancreatic cancer specialists were thrilled, yet also wanted granular data that could teach the field where to go next.—
Lisa Jarvis,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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Turbinado sugar, also known as raw sugar, has crystals that are coarser and darker than granulated or brown sugar.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
18 Dec. 2025
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In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment (or in a large bowl, with a hand mixer nearby), add softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Dec. 2025
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“Grained.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grained. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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