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as in skinny
having a noticeably small amount of body fat
the svelte dancer seemed to float across the stage
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as in sophisticated
having or showing very polished and worldly manners
the interior designer spoke in a low, svelte voice
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Recent Examples of svelte
These are svelte, streamlined on the foot, bouncy and responsive on the road, and fast.
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Hannah Dylan Pasternak, SELF, 11 Aug. 2025
This svelte duo of timepieces from Panerai is ready for just about any adventure.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 8 Aug. 2025
The footwear trend’s high-fashion revival kicked off a few seasons ago, when Miu Miu and Bally showed extra-svelte takes on dock shoes, which are characterized by leather laces that wrap around the sides.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 5 Aug. 2025
The only competition between the superstars right now, in fact, might be which one looks in greater shape when camp starts – and as svelte as Luka looks these days, and as rigorous as his offseason workouts seem to have been, that’s definitely a fairer fight than it’s ever been.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 3 Aug. 2025
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Hannah Dylan Pasternak, SELF, 11 Aug. 2025
This svelte duo of timepieces from Panerai is ready for just about any adventure.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 8 Aug. 2025
The footwear trend’s high-fashion revival kicked off a few seasons ago, when Miu Miu and Bally showed extra-svelte takes on dock shoes, which are characterized by leather laces that wrap around the sides.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 5 Aug. 2025
The only competition between the superstars right now, in fact, might be which one looks in greater shape when camp starts – and as svelte as Luka looks these days, and as rigorous as his offseason workouts seem to have been, that’s definitely a fairer fight than it’s ever been.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 3 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for svelte
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For a cozy, preppy look for fall, for example, pair your favorite brown riding boots with black leggings or skinny jeans and a sweater.—
Abby Morgan Lebet,
Glamour,
5 Sep. 2025
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The Marguerite Another skinny silhouette, just a little longer.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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These critical questions require a more sophisticated ethical framework.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The trendy animal print pattern combined with the crisscross buckle design offers a sophisticated, retro feel that’ll perk up any classic pair of jeans.—
Melody Kazel,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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The top-floor primary suite faces the water with a fireplace, a sitting area that spills onto a slender balcony, and a spectacular bathroom that turns bathing and grooming into a ceremony.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
4 Sep. 2025
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For a modern or narrow doorway, tall, slender plants elongate the entry.—
Lauren Jones,
Southern Living,
4 Sep. 2025
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Because exits in sports seldom are graceful.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 Sep. 2025
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Adorned with Japanese flowers and trees of the season, the vase gives a dignified, graceful welcome to visitors arriving in the main entrance lobby.—
Isabelle Kliger,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Pair the duo with fairy lights, a thin linen runner, and more faux foliage to create a stunning seasonal scene.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Pre-season was smoother compared to last year’s disruption when the women’s team had to move out of their building to make way for the men’s team.—
Charlotte Harpur,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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The reversible duvet cover is made from 100 percent organic cotton and has a honeycomb texture on one side and a smooth cotton percale finish on the other.—
Ali Faccenda,
PEOPLE,
5 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Meanwhile, LinkedIn is flooded with postings of lean, 10-person teams achieving $10+ million in ARR for their agentic AI business.—
Mark Francis,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Daily life here tends to be leaner, quieter, and less consumption-driven.—
Terry Ward,
AFAR Media,
2 Sep. 2025
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Idris and his wife paused to share a kiss at the event, with the action star wearing a suave dark gray suit and matching black shoes.—
Tommy McArdle,
People.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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Rogers first appeared on General Hospital in December 1980 as Robert Scorpio, a suave international spy and former WSB (World Security Bureau) agent tasked with stopping the dangerous Ice Princess from falling into the wrong hands.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Svelte.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/svelte. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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