as in flexible
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 stretchy
Non-stretch fabrics quickly become uncomfortable mid-flight, but this Anrabess Two-piece Set is made from soft, stretchy material that moves with your body while still looking put together.
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Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 18 Apr. 2026
Give your denim a break and try a pair of stretchy cotton chinos for an even cozier fit.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
The whole bento box is held together by a stretchy band.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
In my humble opinion, this set is totally giving Skims—from the buttery-soft, stretchy fabric to the impressive versatility.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
While peristalsis—a muscle’s ability to contract and produce wavelike motions—helps move an object through the stretchy passageway, gravity is always lending a hand.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 9 Apr. 2026
The soft organic stretchy cotton is pediatrician recommended for sensitive skin, and the thoughtful designs will look great in a variety of nursery decors.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
Soft, stretchy leggings were practically made for errand runs.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 6 Apr. 2026
Samantha Leal, Travel + Leisure, 18 Apr. 2026
Give your denim a break and try a pair of stretchy cotton chinos for an even cozier fit.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026
The whole bento box is held together by a stretchy band.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
In my humble opinion, this set is totally giving Skims—from the buttery-soft, stretchy fabric to the impressive versatility.
—Annie Blackman, InStyle, 11 Apr. 2026
While peristalsis—a muscle’s ability to contract and produce wavelike motions—helps move an object through the stretchy passageway, gravity is always lending a hand.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 9 Apr. 2026
The soft organic stretchy cotton is pediatrician recommended for sensitive skin, and the thoughtful designs will look great in a variety of nursery decors.
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 7 Apr. 2026
Soft, stretchy leggings were practically made for errand runs.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 6 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stretchy
Adjective
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Fridge foraging is flexible by design, built around a few adaptable formats that absorb nearly any combination of ingredients.—
Allison Palmer,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Apr. 2026
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Designed for all-day wear, these clogs have a foam insole with moderate cushioning and a supportive, flexible outsole.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The senior wide receiver led the Bruins out of stretch lines and took a more vocal approach to practice.—
Gabriel Duarte,
Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The baggy straight-wide silhouette feels relaxed but still pulled together, with stretch denim and a drawstring waist for comfort.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The backup option is unglamorous, involving the use of plastic bags.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
11 Apr. 2026
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Protect your lawn and landscaping with plastic sheets or tarps.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Lou & Grey Heathered Scubasoft Joggers are about to be your new in-flight uniform, featuring a tapered silhouette and stretchy elastic waistband that moves with you.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
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Steven Spielberg, and its adherence to plot logic is elastic to say the least.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The stretchable electrolyte can also be used in flexible batteries for medical applications.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Mar. 2026
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The stretchable length of Durant, Amen Thompson and Alperen Şengün make for entertaining lineups.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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My omelets have been tough and rubbery, sometimes dense, dry, and slightly bitter from excessive browning.—
Jeffrey Steingarten,
Vogue,
5 Apr. 2026
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Even an extra 30 seconds can result in rubbery whites and dry, crumbly yolks, while not cooking them long enough yields inedible results.—
Victoria Spencer,
Martha Stewart,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Stretchy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stretchy. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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