semifluid

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for semifluid
Adjective
  • The line spread test measures the distance a liquid or semiliquid flows across a flat surface.
    Science & Food, Discover Magazine, 30 July 2013
  • These pieces, divided between older continental crust and younger oceanic crust, ride atop the gooey asthenosphere, a semiliquid layer of magma and partly melted rock.
    Gemma Tarlach, Discover Magazine, 11 June 2019
Adjective
  • On the engineering side, the plan is to design a better speaker, targeting the ideal frequency response for a turbid ecosystem, and doing so in a way that drives down the cost.
    IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 20 Nov. 2024
  • Grass carp make the water more turbid; stiltgrass and common reed can block sight lines and reduce property values; and sea lamprey are a shocking sight when they are attached to sport fish.
    Caitlin Looby, Journal Sentinel, 12 Sep. 2024
Adjective
  • Blue Apron suggests serving toasted baguettes as a way to scoop up this creamy, cheesy treat.
    Ronny Maye, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025
  • Oeko-Tex-certified, the bedding comes in beachy colors like creamy Coconut Milk and seaglass-hued Ocean Mist.
    Jenny Berg, Vogue, 29 June 2025
Adjective
  • Just don't get overconfident and overtax the motor on thick, glutinous batter—or keep this running for long mixing times above 10 minutes.
    Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 29 June 2025
  • Often, Marvin came up with performances on the spot as DoP Ruslan Fedotov filmed – for instance, writhing in a glutinous pool of mud.
    Matthew Carey, Deadline, 12 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Spray undiluted vinegar directly on the grass taking care not to spray other plants.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 15 June 2025
  • This was the first time in 35 years that Aberdeen had lifted the Scottish Cup, and for Dabbagh the victory was a moment of instant, undiluted joy.
    George Ramsay, CNN Money, 5 June 2025
Adjective
  • The palate is flavorful and creamy, with an oily, viscous mouthfeel, showcasing notes of dark chocolate, fig, raisin, white pepper, and a hint of mint.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
  • This is a much more viscous material that does not flow very readily and, instead, can cause explosive eruptions.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 3 Jan. 2025
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“Semifluid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/semifluid. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.

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