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as in thick
having small pieces or lumps spread throughout
chunky peanut butter adds an interesting layer of texture when paired with jelly
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as in stout
being compact and broad in build and often short in stature
a chunky little toddler
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Recent Examples of chunky
The chair is also available in four shades (Ink, Umber, Petal, and Graphite), and is nearly monochromatic—except for the chunky, bright red knobs that add a playful touch and adjust suspension, armrest position, and seat height.
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Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 8 Jan. 2026
For a comfortable, yet classic twist pair your mom jeans with chunky Oxford shoes.
—Aaron Royce, InStyle, 7 Jan. 2026
And while some of the brand’s signature styles are a little chunky, there are plenty that are lightweight and super packable.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
The adidas Sporty & Rich Adizero Adios is a chunky dad sneaker through and through.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 7 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chunky
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They’re made of a buttery soft, thick material that will keep you warm and cozy at home all winter.—
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Too thick of a mascara coat, and suddenly my gaze droops.—
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Under Ramsay, the Loons were a stout, defensive-centric team that struck offensively on set pieces and counter attacks.—
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But Hachimura has never been known as a stout defender.—
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Because of this, Nguyen recommends making a conscious effort to pair these items with other foods to ensure a balance of carbs, protein, fat, and produce (which is rich in fiber).—
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Eating ham regularly can increase blood pressure due to its high content of salt, fat, and preservatives.—
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Mix just until everything is moistened—the batter will look lumpy and that’s a good thing.—
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Driving with low pressure risks deflation that begins in the center of the tires, wearing them down while also causing the vehicle to waste energy attempting to propel the vehicle forward on lumpy wheels.—
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The bra’s signature M frame creates a sturdy structure that supports your chest sans underwire — thereby avoiding any digging, pinching, and poking throughout the day.—
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Be sure to cover your head and neck with your arms, and crawl under a sturdy table if possible.—
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This short manicure combines the matte, nubby texture of cable knit accent nails with scarlet French tips.—
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The sandstone bouclé brings a soft, nubby texture that adds warmth without feeling heavy, and the low profile keeps the whole piece looking clean.—
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Take this eye cream—retinol, Indonesian ginger, and iris extract are an unexpected trio that prevent the degradation of and promote the creation of collagen, increase hyaluronic acid production, improve circulation, firm, and plump skin.—
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In fact, when deciding on a slab of salmon or a plump whole branzino, many of our senses should come into play—including common sense!—
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The team found that molecules such as silicon monoxide, water vapor, and aluminum monoxide appear exactly where clumpy dust clouds were seen in the VLT data.—
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This gift is a great upgrade from the usual tub of clumpy protein.—
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“Chunky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chunky. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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