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as in consistency
the degree to which a fluid can resist flowing
beat the eggs and sugar until the mixture has the thickness of heavy cream
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as in density
the quality or state of lacking intelligence or quickness of mind
turkeys are now known to be smarter than once thought, refuting their reputation for thickness
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Recent Examples of thickness
Best ski socks These ski socks are made of a blend of polypropylene and Merino wool and have a mid-weight thickness with an elastic arch support.
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
The Performance Series Insoles offer breathable cushioning for reliable performance with less thickness and weight.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 2 Mar. 2026
That is the same thickness as an iPhone 17 Pro Max.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 1 Mar. 2026
The rotors are smooth and within thickness tolerance.
—Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2026
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2026
The Performance Series Insoles offer breathable cushioning for reliable performance with less thickness and weight.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 2 Mar. 2026
That is the same thickness as an iPhone 17 Pro Max.
—Arjun Kharpal, CNBC, 1 Mar. 2026
The rotors are smooth and within thickness tolerance.
—Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thickness
Noun
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Creamy with a smooth, semisoft consistency and edible rind, Saint Paulin cheese makes a great addition to any charcuterie board or cheese plate.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
3 Mar. 2026
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The noise has only grown as the Lakers search for their consistency and cohesion so late in a season.—
Broderick Turner,
Los Angeles Times,
3 Mar. 2026
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Rice water increases the density of follicles on the scalp, strengthens the growth process, and imparts silkiness.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
6 Mar. 2026
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As a result, solid-state batteries can potentially achieve much higher energy densities, store more electricity per volume – an advantage for a wide range of applications, from electric cars to portable electronics, according to researchers.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Mar. 2026
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The success from the Chicago Cubs this season can be attributed to several different things: the presence of Kyle Tucker in the lineup, the emergence of Pete Crow-Armstrong and Seiya Suzuki as two of the biggest run producers in the league, or even the consistence of the starting rotation.—
Andrew Wright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 June 2025
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These blushes have soft, creamy, and looser consistences that people use for a more dewy, glowy look, but there’s nothing like the natural finish that a powder blush provides.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2025
Noun
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That slowness also applies to the mail itself.—
Shelley Jones,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Feb. 2026
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But the composer Huang Ruo knows that this slowness can also offer opportunity for pause, reflection, and escape.—
Brian Seibert,
New Yorker,
6 Feb. 2026
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The retinol in the formula also helps address discoloration and dullness, for overall brighter and more even-toned skin.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
6 Mar. 2026
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Regular cleaning and quick spill cleanups help prevent long-term stains, warping, and dullness.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
The Spruce,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Thickness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thickness. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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