as in stretch
able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted
a stretchy hair band
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for stretchy
Adjective
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The following year Turkish mill Bossa launched Endless Blue, a line of stretch denim fabrics made with the regenerated cellulose fiber.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
28 Apr. 2025 -
The reality is, high performers thrive on stretch goals.—
Mark Murphy,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The rules around federal civil proceedings are slightly more flexible, allowing for recording in some instances at the discretion of the judge.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
13 May 2025
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Want a new career that’s higher-paying, more flexible or fulfilling?—
Jeannie Kim,
CNBC,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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Instead, Pack Reusable Silicone Snack Bags $13 at Amazon Silicone snack bags are an inexpensive, healthy alternative to plastic food bags.—
Laura Lu,
Parents,
19 May 2025
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The aprons and plastic gingham tablecloths for easy cleaning are a nice touch.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
18 May 2025
Adjective
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His take swaps adidas’ classic leather uppers for suede and canvas, paired with translucent gum soles and soft, slipper-like elastic collars.—
Olivia Cigliano,
Footwear News,
14 May 2025
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Neoprene rubber arm and body bands are better than elastic.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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This futuristic-looking pod on legs has a rubbery bottom for litter, a weight detector that sets off the cleaning cycle a few minutes after your cat has done its business, and a slide-out tray in the bottom.—
Molly Higgins,
Wired News,
9 May 2025
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Uterine fibroids Uterine fibroids—benign firm, rubbery growths on the uterus—affect up to 80% of people who get periods.—
Ashley Abramson,
SELF,
7 May 2025
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“Stretchy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stretchy. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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