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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
While more research is still needed to fully establish its long-term effectiveness, patients report seeing noticeable improvements in brow density and thickness after a series of sessions.
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Marie Lodi, Flow Space, 24 July 2025
Even thickness: Consider pounding the breasts to a more even thickness for consistent cooking throughout.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2025
In 2024, Arc’teryx updated its lineup of shells with the Gore-Tex ePE technology, a waterproof membrane without intentionally added per and polyfluoroalkyl substances, and with half the thickness and lighter than previous membranes.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
See it The tattoos showed varying degrees of line thickness, skill and precision, suggesting that multiple kinds of tattoo tools were used, as well as potentially multiple artists, according to the study.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 31 July 2025
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Marie Lodi, Flow Space, 24 July 2025
Even thickness: Consider pounding the breasts to a more even thickness for consistent cooking throughout.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 3 Aug. 2025
In 2024, Arc’teryx updated its lineup of shells with the Gore-Tex ePE technology, a waterproof membrane without intentionally added per and polyfluoroalkyl substances, and with half the thickness and lighter than previous membranes.
—Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
See it The tattoos showed varying degrees of line thickness, skill and precision, suggesting that multiple kinds of tattoo tools were used, as well as potentially multiple artists, according to the study.
—Irene Wright, Miami Herald, 31 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thickness
Noun
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But with awareness and consistency, hot car deaths are entirely preventable.—
Adrienne Farr,
Parents,
7 Aug. 2025
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Their approach proves that authenticity and consistency can outperform expensive ad campaigns.—
Renae Gregoire,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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This storage medium has a very high energy density, allowing its batteries to be transported from a charging facility (e.g., a biofuel power plant) to a discharging facility (e.g., water boilers in an apartment block) and at high temperatures--up to 1,300°C.—
Erik Kobayashi-Solomon,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The applicant has requested a waiver under the state density bonus law and AB 2097 to eliminate any commercial parking required for the project.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Aug. 2025
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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
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“Thickness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thickness. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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