as in coarse
made up of large particles
grainy sand kept it off the rankings as one of the nation's best beaches
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Recent Examples of grainy
Since Boursin may become crumbly or grainy after thawing, it's best used in recipes where it will be incorporated or melted into cooked dishes, rather than serving it on its own.
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Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 25 May 2026
Cinematographer Paul Guilhaume drenches the film in dark blues and grainy blacks, as deeply unsettling as Cristina’s canvases.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 22 May 2026
One grainy black-and-white photograph shows Basulto alongside Juan Pablo Roque and Rene Gonzalez, two members of the group later identified as Cuban spies.
—Hank Tester, CBS News, 20 May 2026
Apples tend to be crisp with a tangy-sweet flavor, while pears are softer, with a grainier texture and a more mellow sweetness.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 20 May 2026
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Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 25 May 2026
Cinematographer Paul Guilhaume drenches the film in dark blues and grainy blacks, as deeply unsettling as Cristina’s canvases.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 22 May 2026
One grainy black-and-white photograph shows Basulto alongside Juan Pablo Roque and Rene Gonzalez, two members of the group later identified as Cuban spies.
—Hank Tester, CBS News, 20 May 2026
Apples tend to be crisp with a tangy-sweet flavor, while pears are softer, with a grainier texture and a more mellow sweetness.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 20 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for grainy
Adjective
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The coarser shades of red and orange, illuminated by the setting sun on the western portals, color the side of the basilica that depicts Christ’s Passion.—
Joseph Wilson,
Los Angeles Times,
10 June 2026
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Hair loss is self-explanatory, while dryness results from damage to the outer layer of the cuticle, leading to moisture loss and hair that feels coarse and appears dull.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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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.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
2 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Native materials, like Caballero white marble from the north coast, run throughout the property, giving it a sandy, neutral appearance.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Along the pool’s sandy shores, individuals can use the volleyball courts and teqball table.—
Dante Estrada,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 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
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“Grainy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/grainy. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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