as in nubbly
having small pieces or lumps spread throughout
a nubby yarn that produces bumpy fabrics when woven
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Recent Examples of nubby
Suspend houseplants from the ceiling in macrame planters and add a nubby rug to complete the look.
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Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2025
If anything, the tempestuous Swiss weather enhanced the cinematic effect and underscored the beauty of the natural materials—plush shearlings, nubby tweeds and densely woven cashmeres—that marry form and function, a true hallmark of luxury.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 14 Sep. 2025
Take 419, which is one of two made of nubby clinker brick, a medieval look that matches the Gothic arches over the main entrance and the door to a maisonette.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 22 Aug. 2025
Loloi x Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines Erin Pillow Cover
The windowpane design and nubby cotton of this throw pillow cover add dimension to a couch, sofa, or bed.
—Isabel Garcia, People.com, 27 July 2025
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Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Oct. 2025
If anything, the tempestuous Swiss weather enhanced the cinematic effect and underscored the beauty of the natural materials—plush shearlings, nubby tweeds and densely woven cashmeres—that marry form and function, a true hallmark of luxury.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 14 Sep. 2025
Take 419, which is one of two made of nubby clinker brick, a medieval look that matches the Gothic arches over the main entrance and the door to a maisonette.
—Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 22 Aug. 2025
Loloi x Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines Erin Pillow Cover
The windowpane design and nubby cotton of this throw pillow cover add dimension to a couch, sofa, or bed.
—Isabel Garcia, People.com, 27 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nubby
Adjective
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Lifting the lid revealed a small tart topped with a tongue of Spanish sea urchin, resting on a nubbly bed of cancha nuts.—
Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
22 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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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
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Cooke's doctor diagnosed her with fibrosis, a common condition that causes tissue to feel lumpy.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
6 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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They’re made of a buttery soft, thick material that will keep you warm and cozy at home all winter.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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Too thick of a mascara coat, and suddenly my gaze droops.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Like other rugged beasts, this one is a chunky monkey – but as someone who now uses a rugged handset regularly, this con doesn't outweigh the numerous pros.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
9 Jan. 2026
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The 32-inch inseam is perfect to wear with a chunky heel, ankle bootie, or even a platform sandal in the summer.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
9 Jan. 2026
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The team found that molecules such as silicon monoxide, water vapor, and aluminum monoxide appear exactly where clumpy dust clouds were seen in the VLT data.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
11 Dec. 2025
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This gift is a great upgrade from the usual tub of clumpy protein.—
Joe Jackson,
Outside,
19 Nov. 2025
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“Nubby.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nubby. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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