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as in satin
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel
the plant's fibers feel silky to the touch
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as in shaggy
covered with or as if with hair
the tops of the leaves are a dark glossy green, but the undersides are light and silky
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Recent Examples of silky
This packable duo features a silky, soft, plush blanket and pillow that practically ensure sound sleep while flying internationally.
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Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025
Dejour Alexander has been mesmerizing audiences with his silky-smooth vocals and undeniable stage charisma since his early teens.
—Essence, 26 Sep. 2025
The silky silicone lets bakes pop right out, no liners needed.
—Francesca Krempa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Sep. 2025
Its ultra-silky texture is ideal for those wanting quick, low-manipulation styling, especially with hot tools.
—Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 25 Sep. 2025
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Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025
Dejour Alexander has been mesmerizing audiences with his silky-smooth vocals and undeniable stage charisma since his early teens.
—Essence, 26 Sep. 2025
The silky silicone lets bakes pop right out, no liners needed.
—Francesca Krempa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Sep. 2025
Its ultra-silky texture is ideal for those wanting quick, low-manipulation styling, especially with hot tools.
—Noel Cymone Walker, StyleCaster, 25 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for silky
Recent Examples of Synonyms for silky
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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Her soft, shaggy lob is easygoing and effortless—a departure from her past looks, which were heavy, messy-on-purpose blowouts.—
Grace McCarty,
Glamour,
30 Sep. 2025
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Halle Berry and Sabrina Elba both opted for shaggy brown haircuts; the former, a highlighted bob, and the latter, a mid-length single-tone with textured bangs.—
Essence,
Essence,
29 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Take the front row, for example, where Russell was fitted with medium tires and Verstappen was on soft tires.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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These unique washcloths only need water to remove makeup like foundation, concealer, and blush, and are soft and gentle enough to wipe away stubborn mascara, eyeliner, and eyeshadow around the delicate eye area.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
7 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Edible insects in the form of wriggling maggots or hairy caterpillars are both delicacy and staple in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a central African nation of nearly 120 million people.—
Emmet Livingstone,
NPR,
20 Sep. 2025
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Once Upon a Brick — Wolf Guy gets himself into a hairy situation in this howling comedy.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 2025
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Look no further than chocolate cosmos, a tuberous perennial with velvety blooms and a decadent fragrance.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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The minidress featured a velvety bodice with subtly layered fabric elements to add texture to the piece.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Silky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silky. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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