1
as in silky
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel
the silken texture of the synthetic fabric
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as in luxurious
showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort
she was unaccustomed to living in such silken surroundings
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Recent Examples of silken
Properly constructed, a Martinez is plush with Italian vermouth but still prickly with gin, enjoying the diamond-clarity of a Martini but with the silken luxuriousness of a Manhattan.
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Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2026
Nut butter brings healthy fats and flavor, and silken tofu works as a neutral-tasting protein boost.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 31 Mar. 2026
To some, the eggs of green lacewings (insects of the family Chrysopidae) may appear as tiny pearls or drops attached to the tips of silken, hairlike stalks.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Mar. 2026
It’s paired with a lovely cauliflower puree with a silken texture that’s a technical achievement in its own right.
—Henri Hollis, AJC.com, 12 Mar. 2026
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Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2026
Nut butter brings healthy fats and flavor, and silken tofu works as a neutral-tasting protein boost.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 31 Mar. 2026
To some, the eggs of green lacewings (insects of the family Chrysopidae) may appear as tiny pearls or drops attached to the tips of silken, hairlike stalks.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Mar. 2026
It’s paired with a lovely cauliflower puree with a silken texture that’s a technical achievement in its own right.
—Henri Hollis, AJC.com, 12 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for silken
Adjective
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From linen and cotton to silky satin, these are my picks for chic, lightweight pants.—
Staff Author,
InStyle,
7 June 2026
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They’re made from 300-thread-count sateen fabric with a silky feel.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2026
Adjective
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All game was fair game, and eating wild things was both luxurious and banal—throughout the country the consumption of wild animals was entirely typical.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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The spa Tucked away from the hotel’s main areas is the luxurious Lanesborough Club & Spa, an urban oasis widely recognized as one of the city's most exclusive wellness addresses.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.—
Jasmine Washington,
Seventeen,
18 Jan. 2023
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From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.—
Isabel Garcia,
Peoplemag,
13 Jan. 2023
Adjective
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My room had a four-poster bed, a cast-iron stove and a luxuriant bathroom with a set of two freestanding baths and a large farmhouse sink.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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But now all that luxuriant coat is starting to come off.—
Marla Jo Fisher,
Oc Register,
22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Early on in his first five, six starts, there were a lot of balls in play, obviously some soft contact, balls at guys.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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This mini dress is made from lightweight fabric that feels soft against the skin and has a breezy silhouette that keeps it from clinging.—
Emily Weaver,
PEOPLE,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Although Kirby Smart and mascot Hairy Dawg made the rather crowded deluxe cover of the college football game in 2026, no Georgia or Georgia Tech player has ever received such an honor.—
Tyler Estep,
AJC.com,
3 June 2026
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Last year’s game featured the receiving duo of Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith and Alabama’s Ryan Williams on the standard cover, along with a host of players and coaches on the deluxe cover.—
David Ubben,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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Almost 74% of the auto loans requiring owners to pay $1,000 or more every month are for non-luxury models, with the top five models being popular pickup trucks including the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and Ram 1500, according to Experian.—
Phil LeBeau,Meghan Reeder,
CNBC,
28 May 2026
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The project will include 80 ultra-luxury beach and overwater villas, hotel rooms, and residences available for purchase.—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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“Silken.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silken. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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