as in chunk
a small uneven mass
dropped a nubble of clay on the floor of the pottery
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as in nubby
having small pieces or lumps spread throughout
the walls were painted with a nubbly paint that was supposed to give them an interesting texture
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nubble
Noun
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However, a large chunk (40,000 jobs) of last month’s layoff count can be attributed to plans tied to two major employers: UPS and Intel.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025 -
But all of that is in peril this year as President Donald Trump’s disruptive tariff policies threaten to halt a big chunk of global trade.—
Zeyi Yang,
Wired News,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The soft, nubby texture of the fabric complements the curved furniture's soft edges, maximizing both comfort and style.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Jan. 2025
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Featuring a nubby texture made from thick loops of yarn, the material seamlessly blends style and comfort.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Jan. 2025
Noun
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About 70 feet down, the rover would see purple clumps along the lakebed formed by cyanobacteria, a microorganism that thrives in habitats like sinkholes that are high in sulfate and low in oxygen.—
Emilie Le Beau Lucchesi,
Discover Magazine,
18 Apr. 2025
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Plants grow from a thick rhizome and spread to form dense clumps that benefit from late summer division every few years.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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But business workflows can get lumpy and suffer from disruptions.—
Adrian Bridgwater,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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While compact, some hanging toiletry bags are flimsy and become lumpy when filled to capacity.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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New cast members include Oscar nominee Allison Janney, Italian hunk Michele Morrone, and Glee star Alex Newell.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
1 May 2025
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As a result, and unlike most hunks of space junk that re-enter, this half-ton oven-sized beast is likely to impact the surface of Earth.—
Eric Mack,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The company even offers a mountain trike trailer with chunky tires for riders wanting to carry more.—
Trinity Francis,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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While the towering shoes may seem intimidating, don’t let their large, often chunky heels fool you: PLatform shoes are among the most comfortable heels in any wardrobe.—
Nina Derwin,
Glamour,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Newcastle fans can feel justifiably angry by the notion that a team will waltz off with their No 9 with a flutter of eyelashes and a wad of cash.—
Jacob Whitehead,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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But luckily, the owner of the car, who came running out of the corner deli nearby, was content to accept a wad of cash, rather than getting the cops involved.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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These Steve Madden platform sneakers feature thick, cushioned soles that provide extra height without sacrificing comfort.—
Jené Luciani Sena,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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The moment a Delta Air Lines plane burst into flames on the tarmac of Orlando International Airport on Monday was captured on video, showing the emergency evacuation of passengers and crew as thick smoke billowed from one of its engines.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Nubble.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nubble. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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