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as in clumpy
having small pieces or lumps spread throughout
the lumpy mashed potatoes were cold as well
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as in uneven
not having a level or smooth surface
before painting, we had to sand the lumpy surface to make it smooth
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Recent Examples of lumpy
Just beyond, is Bilad Sayt, a cluster of multi-story clay houses and a white minaret rise from the palms above a shocking green patchwork of corn and onion fields, with lumpy limestone mountains all around.
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Anna Zacharias, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Jan. 2026
Mix just until everything is moistened—the batter will look lumpy and that’s a good thing.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2026
Driving with low pressure risks deflation that begins in the center of the tires, wearing them down while also causing the vehicle to waste energy attempting to propel the vehicle forward on lumpy wheels.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 16 Dec. 2025
Cooke's doctor diagnosed her with fibrosis, a common condition that causes tissue to feel lumpy.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 6 Dec. 2025
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Anna Zacharias, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Jan. 2026
Mix just until everything is moistened—the batter will look lumpy and that’s a good thing.
—Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Jan. 2026
Driving with low pressure risks deflation that begins in the center of the tires, wearing them down while also causing the vehicle to waste energy attempting to propel the vehicle forward on lumpy wheels.
—Jackie Charniga, Freep.com, 16 Dec. 2025
Cooke's doctor diagnosed her with fibrosis, a common condition that causes tissue to feel lumpy.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 6 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lumpy
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Softened butter is also crucial for making smooth frostings, as cold butter will not emulsify properly and will lead to clumpy results (this is true of cake batters, too).—
Molly Allen,
Southern Living,
1 Feb. 2026
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The side with the brown mascara has thin, precise bristles that helped separate my lashes to look like tiny spider legs rather than a clumpy bowl of cake batter.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
18 Jan. 2026
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This top is business in the front (the draped, halter neckline and uneven hem) and a party in the back (the open back).—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
19 Feb. 2026
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Researchers at Georgia Tech have developed a real-time planning and control framework that significantly improves how two-legged robots recover from sudden disturbances while walking on uneven or moving terrain.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
19 Feb. 2026
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Alternatively, the far side has a thick crust, higher elevations and far fewer signs of previous volcanic activity, Andrews-Hanna said.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
21 Feb. 2026
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Keranique formulas combine strengthening proteins, scalp-nourishing ingredients and lightweight volumizing technology to support thicker, fuller-looking hair for women of every age, and instantly boost the appearance of density, without weighing hair down.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
21 Feb. 2026
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The sidewalks were already frozen slick early in December, and my body was rigid from the jagged cold.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 Feb. 2026
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Kimberley Alpine Resort is surrounded by jagged peaks, and its car-free downtown feels like a snow globe, complete with a quaint look and quiet atmosphere.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Feb. 2026
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On the flip side are technical shoes, those grippy, trail-friendly models which have a chunkier Dad-esque design with bold details.—
Lucrezia Malavolta,
Vogue,
21 Feb. 2026
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Coats and Outerwear Puffer jackets, parkas, chunky sweaters, and scarves need a lot of care.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
20 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Apply it wherever skin looks rough or lackluster, and relish in the relief.—
Sarah Felbin,
Allure,
25 Feb. 2026
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But the simple sight of Barkov on the ice is one that provides optimism for a Panthers fan base yearning for any sort of optimism during a rough season.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
25 Feb. 2026
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The group was returning to the trailhead at the end of its three-day excursion when the deadly incident occurred in rugged, ungroomed terrain near the Pacific Crest Trail.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
19 Feb. 2026
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On land, day hikers and rugged overnight campers take in colorful endemic birds, island foxes, and a striking landscape.—
Lydia Price,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Feb. 2026
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Why else show nubby fleece trousers with a coordinating striped jacket, which nobody needs but would be a hoot to wear?—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
26 Jan. 2026
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Textural, nubby and practical, this sweater is an instant classic.—
Lauren Finney Harden,
InStyle,
19 Jan. 2026
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“Lumpy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lumpy. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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