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 nubbly
Lifting the lid revealed a small tart topped with a tongue of Spanish sea urchin, resting on a nubbly bed of cancha nuts.
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Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 22 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nubbly
Adjective
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Beyond batter and dough, nut flours lend delicate flavor and nubby texture to drinks such as a horchata, help thicken sauces, and make a creamy and decadent pastry layer.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 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
Adjective
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Yes, even within the mysterious dark matter, there are smaller, lumpier bits.—
Paul Sutter,
Space.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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Don’t overdo it; the end result should be lumpy, not powdery.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Dandelion seeds easily take hold in bare spots, so keep your lawn thick and healthy.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 Apr. 2026
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In addition to a thick webbed strap that's adjustable, the bag features two exterior zippered pockets with RFID-blocking technology to protect important travel essentials like cell phones, hotel room keys, passports, and credit cards.—
Michelle Baricevic,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The thick and chunky line means something.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
24 Apr. 2026
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Puffy clouds amble over chunky meringue-peak mountains.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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These formulas strike the ideal balance of locking in lift without weighing lashes down or leaving behind a stiff, crunchy, or clumpy finish.—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
28 Mar. 2026
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Using clumpy detergent can clog compartments, gum up a washing machine’s internal components, and leave detergent deposits on clothes.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Nubbly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nubbly. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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