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as in thin
being of less than usual width
the tree swing was supported only by a couple of skinny branches
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as in slender
having a noticeably small amount of body fat
her grandmother was always insisting that she was too skinny and never tired of trying to force more food on her
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as in scoop
information not generally available to the public
a TV show that offers all the skinny on Tinseltown and the stars that light it up
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Recent Examples of skinny
Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 6 Nov. 2025
Kris Abrams-Draine is even skinnier.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 5 Nov. 2025
Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
Of course, the classic silhouettes are all covered here—from roomy wide-legs to stovepipes and skinnies, polished pleat-fronts that are ideal for office outfitting, and barrel-leg options with that distinct, fashion-forward sensibility.
—Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Stein also likes to use a small, soft skinny brush to clean around the handles or any other small spaces.
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The only way to really make a plan 'skinny' is to charge high deductibles, which many plans on the exchange already do.
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
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Yimobra Memory Foam Bath Mat, $9 with Prime The bath mat is made from memory foam that feels plush underfoot and cushions each step, unlike thin cotton mats.—
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There’s also a secret pocket in the waistband for storing small slender items like credit cards or an ID.—
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There’s more to the TV than its ultra-slender dimensions, though.—
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The jumpsuit has a scoop neck and a criss-cross back with adjustable straps to naturally lift.—
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The tea jar and scoop are cleaned and presented for close viewing.—
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During this time frame, a narrow, intense lake-effect snow band, only about 10 miles wide, will be capable of thunder, wind gusts near 35 mph and near-zero visibility at its peak.—
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The climb is infamous for its heart-pumping switchbacks and vertiginous jaunt along a narrow sliver of crag.—
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Lift your hips off the ground and place a block underneath your sacrum, the widest, boniest part of your pelvis.—
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Differences in Adult Bones That being said, some adults are bonier than others.—
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Below, try the comfy, yet elevated bottoms for yourself, with five silky-soft pants to shop—and with tips on how to style them.—
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Anyone with information is urged to call an OSBI tip line at 800-522-8017.—
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Mars Power Wide-Leg Jeans Fully lean into the baggy trend with these high-rise, wide-leg jeans, which have a loose fit all the way through the legs.—
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Previous guidance urged Americans to prioritize lean protein.—
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Many rumors spread because people weren’t in a position to make decisions.—
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Hailey has shut down rumors and online drama surrounding her and Justin’s relationship many times over the years.—
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“Skinny.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/skinny. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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