as in stretch
able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted
mozzarella is a rubbery cheese known to every pizza lover
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Recent Examples of rubbery
Here are details on bites of tofu that are unexpectedly delicious, and the rubbery, tasteless blocks that will send you back to the meat department.
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Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 27 Oct. 2025
Later, when cracks emerged after construction started and the cement had been poured, consultants who recommended covering the façade with a rubbery coating to seal the cracks were similarly dismissed.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 20 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, the movie's kinetic animation and Ichabod's rubbery physicality playfully contrast with the truly frightening Horseman and his flaming pumpkin.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Oct. 2025
Garlic Storing garlic in the fridge can mess with its texture, turning it rubbery, according to Lindsay-Adler.
—Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 25 Sep. 2025
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Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 27 Oct. 2025
Later, when cracks emerged after construction started and the cement had been poured, consultants who recommended covering the façade with a rubbery coating to seal the cracks were similarly dismissed.
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 20 Oct. 2025
Meanwhile, the movie's kinetic animation and Ichabod's rubbery physicality playfully contrast with the truly frightening Horseman and his flaming pumpkin.
—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Oct. 2025
Garlic Storing garlic in the fridge can mess with its texture, turning it rubbery, according to Lindsay-Adler.
—Stephanie Anderson Witmer, Health, 25 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for rubbery
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rubbery
Adjective
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Meanwhile, the thin, stretch material is lightweight enough to layer under a helmet if needed.—
Alison Syrett Cleary,
InStyle,
9 Jan. 2026
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According to our expert, washing denim too often breaks down the fibers more quickly and that is especially true if the jeans have any stretch fibers in them, which many of them do.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
5 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Ebern Designs Slim Laundry Hamper With Lid This sleek hamper looks far better than a traditional plastic basket, and the lid keeps piles of clothes out of sight when guests are over.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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More than two dozen dogs were found deceased in a large pile in plastic bags in the backyard of a home in the Beauregard community of Lee County, Ala.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Gently clean the seal regularly baking soda or dish soap to remove mold and keep it flexible.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
10 Jan. 2026
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With more than $2 million raised through crowdfunding, Zero Zero Robotics says AQUA has drawn strong interest from watersport enthusiasts looking for a more durable and flexible aerial filming tool.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The sneakers have a stretchy mesh upper material that provides airflow during activity and minimizes friction, according to the brand.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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SuperSoft Fleece Half-Zip Marrying the roominess of a classic zip-up with the sophistication of a collared shirt, this style is all about relaxation thanks to the stretchy Tencel modal, spandex, and polyester-blend material.—
Michelle Baricevic,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Celebrities like Jennifer Lawrence are stepping out in the style, which typically features a rubber sole paired with a more refined upper, often finished with straps, elastic laces, or hook-and-loop closures.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
12 Jan. 2026
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It’s filled with practical details like a protective hood, lined pockets, elastic cuffs that block wind, and a dual zipper for easier, non-restrictive movement.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The blocks support shoreline reinforcement and flood-resilient infrastructure.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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The Lone Star State figures arrived as federal jobs data reiterated that the national labor market has remained resilient but largely stagnant.—
Trevor Bach,
Dallas Morning News,
10 Jan. 2026
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“Rubbery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rubbery. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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