as in thin
having an overly soft liquid consistency
runny scrambled eggs
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Recent Examples of runny
While the flu shot can cause redness and soreness at the injection site, as well as fever, muscle aches, headache and fatigue, FluMist can cause flu-like symptoms, including runny nose, congestion, sore throat, cough, fever, and muscle aches.
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Alice Park, Time, 15 Aug. 2025
Generally, all dry-erase markers should be compatible with smooth and nonporous places, but ones with runnier ink that leaves residue can streak your workspace.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 Aug. 2025
Initial symptoms include a fever, cough, runny nose and red, watery eyes.
—Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 8 Aug. 2025
Spread and symptoms HFMD can be transmitted by coughing, sneezing, runny nose, kissing, sharing utensils, blister fluids and diaper changes, according to Siegel.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2025
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Alice Park, Time, 15 Aug. 2025
Generally, all dry-erase markers should be compatible with smooth and nonporous places, but ones with runnier ink that leaves residue can streak your workspace.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 8 Aug. 2025
Initial symptoms include a fever, cough, runny nose and red, watery eyes.
—Angela Palermo, Idaho Statesman, 8 Aug. 2025
Spread and symptoms HFMD can be transmitted by coughing, sneezing, runny nose, kissing, sharing utensils, blister fluids and diaper changes, according to Siegel.
—Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 4 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for runny
Adjective
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Pair the duo with fairy lights, a thin linen runner, and more faux foliage to create a stunning seasonal scene.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
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And, leading up to and during the national telecast, the media hype was thicker than Carlsbad’s soupiest coastal fog.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Aug. 2025
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The version on offer was not a candy bar but a kind of soupy sundae of pistachio crème, chocolate sauce (white, milk, or dark), strawberries, and a sprinkling of knafeh, Dubai chocolate’s signature shredded phyllo dough.—
Kyle Chayka,
New Yorker,
20 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Color combos that work well in nature—petal pinks, leafy greens, watery blues—will often work well in a room, too.—
Kathryn O'Shea-Evans,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Aug. 2025
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The area is made for Instagram with breathtaking windows onto the watery world.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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An in-use wiping cloth should still be wet and somewhat clean from being in a sanitizing solution when at rest.—
David J. Neal,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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Hydroplaning occurs when a vehicle begins to slide uncontrollably on wet roads.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Runny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/runny. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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