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Recent Examples of thickened
Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Apr. 2026
But her thickened skin, along with her toughened reputation, felt supple now.
—Literary Hub, 29 Jan. 2026
Adjective
Cook and stir over medium until thickened and bubbly.
—Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Apr. 2026
But her thickened skin, along with her toughened reputation, felt supple now.
—Literary Hub, 29 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thickened
Adjective
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On a hot summer day, enjoy this creamy pie cooled or at room temperature.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
12 June 2026
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Warm, creamy and unexpectedly comforting that’s where perfume is headed in 2026.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
Verb
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This interview has been edited and condensed.—
Kate Aurthur,
Variety,
11 June 2026
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This interview was edited and condensed for clarity.—
Joelle Goldstein,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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Unlike regions such as southeast Florida or southern California, New York’s nearshore waters are frequently turbid and moderately rough, limiting the visibility of sharks from the air.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Why does Mitch find the view beautiful, though the water is turbid and he is enveloped in the scent of incense and candles?—
Katie Kitamura,
Harpers Magazine,
16 July 2025
Verb
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His eyes locked to the right, his tiny body stiffened and his face turned red.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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There was a sudden spring shower, which stiffened into rain.—
Sam Knight,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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The texture is robust and viscous.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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The soluble fiber in oats, particularly the polysaccharide beta-glucan, forms a viscous gel in the digestive tract.—
Lauren Manaker MS,
Health,
22 May 2026
Verb
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His massive imprint was solidified in 2006 when he was honored with a star on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars, placed right at the base of the statue of his close friend, Sonny Bono.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
11 June 2026
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The push started with a one-out single by Meghan Clements and was solidified when Salerno blasted a two-run home run over the left-field wall.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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Whisk it in until the dressing is rich, thick, and emulsified, which takes less than a minute.—
Victoria Spencer,
Martha Stewart,
13 June 2026
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With adjustable straps, a thick elastic band, empire waist, and a ruffle trim, this Grace Karin maxi will become the most versatile dress in your closet.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2026
Verb
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As new video-making tools have led to an surge in AI slop, YouTube has hardened its content policies.—
Andrew Zucker,
HollywoodReporter,
13 June 2026
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Her tenor hardened during her Friday radio interview.—
Nicholas Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
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“Thickened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thickened. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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