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Recent Examples of protrusive The Galaxy Buds Pro also feature a streamlined, minimally protrusive shape that allows for limited contact with the open air and a unique chamber and mesh filters that cut out disruptive wind interference for clearer-sounding calls no matter the weather. Zarah Kavarana, Travel + Leisure, 4 Mar. 2021 Lumbar support on the mesh back is very good and the curve is well-placed and protrusive enough to support my slightly more pronounced back curvature perfectly. Corey Gaskin and Jeff Dunn, Ars Technica, 11 Sep. 2020 Her sweetheart gown is sleeveless, secured by a strip of organza encircling each arm; her chest bereft of jewelry, only her protrusive collarbones accessorize her décolletage. Hannah Seidlitz, Longreads, 10 Aug. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for protrusive
Adjective
  • Situated well above the bustle of Mykonos busiest towns, this one-bedroom suite offers a front-row seat to the golden hour.
    Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 29 Apr. 2025
  • Emporium Selection Summer Gouda Assortment A good cheese ready in your fridge for guests, whether expected or not, can make a world of difference for a busy host.
    Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 29 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • There’s something officious about Alden Ehrenreich.
    Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 21 Jan. 2023
  • Her charming luxury treasure trove has none of that officious chilliness that defines the typical store of its ilk but instead feels like a brocanterie crammed with interesting, unexpected luxury goods from across the world.
    Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 2 Jan. 2023
Adjective
  • Of course, corporations and streaming viewers may have differing views of what's considered intrusive.
    ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 24 Apr. 2025
  • Further complicating matters is that the intrusive moon will be 40% full.
    Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 22 Apr. 2025

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“Protrusive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/protrusive. Accessed 2 May. 2025.

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