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Recent Examples of thinness
Shoppers say plus-size clothing options are dwindling as the rise of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs fuels worries about a resurgence in thinness.
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Daniel Wine, CNN Money, 7 Apr. 2026
The trend also comes at a time when weight-loss medications are on the rise, more ultra-thin physiques appear to dominate red carpets and some social media users have built platforms off the outward pursuit of thinness.
—Charles Trepany, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
The thinness of the characters is especially odd given that Something Very Bad has, if anything, too much time on its hands.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 26 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, movie stars have tweaked their faces and bodies into a startling sameness that hews toward the most fascistic markers of beauty (extreme thinness, whiteness, no signs of the passage of time).
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 9 Mar. 2026
If only his silhouette wasn’t so reliant on thinness on the runway, too.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 7 Mar. 2026
On social media, many expressed shock about her thinness, with some voicing concerns about her health and others expressing suspicions about Ozempic use.
—Angela Yang, NBC news, 1 Mar. 2026
Injuries or roster thinness could further push him into more frequent starts versus lefties.
—Derek Vanriper, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2026
The socks demonstrated borderline sorcery in their moisture-wicking ability (thanks to their three-layer construction) and are never cold, despite their outward thinness (Falke’s Polypropylene blend works wonders here).
—Jonathan Thompson, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Daniel Wine, CNN Money, 7 Apr. 2026
The trend also comes at a time when weight-loss medications are on the rise, more ultra-thin physiques appear to dominate red carpets and some social media users have built platforms off the outward pursuit of thinness.
—Charles Trepany, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
The thinness of the characters is especially odd given that Something Very Bad has, if anything, too much time on its hands.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 26 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, movie stars have tweaked their faces and bodies into a startling sameness that hews toward the most fascistic markers of beauty (extreme thinness, whiteness, no signs of the passage of time).
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 9 Mar. 2026
If only his silhouette wasn’t so reliant on thinness on the runway, too.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 7 Mar. 2026
On social media, many expressed shock about her thinness, with some voicing concerns about her health and others expressing suspicions about Ozempic use.
—Angela Yang, NBC news, 1 Mar. 2026
Injuries or roster thinness could further push him into more frequent starts versus lefties.
—Derek Vanriper, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2026
The socks demonstrated borderline sorcery in their moisture-wicking ability (thanks to their three-layer construction) and are never cold, despite their outward thinness (Falke’s Polypropylene blend works wonders here).
—Jonathan Thompson, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thinness
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The focus on slimness has fueled speculation about the emergence of phones with no charging ports, a design choice that Apple reportedly considered for the iPhone Air, according to Bloomberg.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
18 Sep. 2025
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The slimness undoubtedly raises questions about durability.—
Prakhar Khanna,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Obviously the blandness of a tan wall offends them.—
Joan Morris,
Mercury News,
9 Mar. 2026
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Yes, nobody wants blandness from managers.—
Daniel Taylor,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Meanwhile, arrowroot extract adds volume, aloe vera extract adds a bit of shine (to prevent chalkiness and dullness), and celery root extract soothes the scalp.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
8 Apr. 2026
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Their bestselling Regenerating Cleanser gently polishes away impurities and dullness to reveal a healthy-looking, radiant glow, clinically proven to make skin look brighter, smoother, more hydrated and pores look smaller.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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An emphasis on leanness and muscular prowess The primary sports where eating disorders traditionally surface are gymnastics, wrestling, dancing, bodybuilding and figure skating, since these are sports where weight and body image often come into play.—
Emily Hemendinger,
The Conversation,
13 Feb. 2026
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The leanness and intensity of the production — a 35-day shoot, with only 11 days in the main location — were exhilarating but wearying.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
2 Sep. 2025
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Symptoms depend on the patient, but MS can cause muscle weakness, vision changes, walking problems, numbness, and more.—
Allison DeGrushe,
StyleCaster,
21 Apr. 2026
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Verdad Advisers Dan Rasmussen Additionally, a deeper concern for investors is that the current episode is exposing structural weaknesses in the private market model itself.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
20 Apr. 2026
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With high-yield savings accounts offering similar returns, albeit with less predictability, savers should weigh both options carefully.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The goal is traffic safety improvements, including reducing speeding, predictability for drivers, and accessibility for pedestrians, from the stretch of Chapel Street in New Haven, between College and York street, according to officials.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
14 Apr. 2026
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Crews are strong, but after weeks on board there is growing monotony and frustration.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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Distracted balances its celeb soiree with Southern California’s sinister edge, the malaise and monotony that can make sunny days so alienating.—
Daniel Felsenthal,
Pitchfork,
7 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Thinness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thinness. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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