as in formal
marked by or showing careful attention to set forms and details
a starchy and demanding teacher
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Recent Examples of starchy
Regardless of its form, the fact that corn is a source of carbohydrates means that those who have been instructed by a health professional to avoid or restrict carbs should be mindful of their corn intake, as starchy vegetables and grains are both high in carbohydrates.
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Hannah Yasharoff, USA TODAY, 19 Jan. 2025
Character Development Twist No. 1: The extremely starchy Lieutenant Connor is the only other staff member at the precinct to be in costume.
—Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 31 Oct. 2024
For decades, celebrity chefs have been urging us to reserve the starchy water that remains after cooking pasta to help gently thicken and bring the pasta sauce together.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Jan. 2025
Rice water is a starchy liquid that results from soaking the grain in water or cooking it in water, Khetarpal explains.
—Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 7 Jan. 2025
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The family posed for Christmas photos in matching red formal wear and themed elf onesies in 2023, when Alcala was pregnant with Alianna.—
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Medical license records in Florida and North Carolina show Jacob never had any formal disciplinary complaints filed against him.—
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Aside from a series of gruesome martyr scenes frescoed on the interior wall of the second ring in the late 16th century, the decor reflects late Imperial taste for decorous abstraction and costly materials.—
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Is there any decorous way to acknowledge my failure to do so over the past few years and to express my regret?—
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The 2032 Olympics in Brisbane, Ruthe adds, would be a nice target.—
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The idea of painting a bird with such traditional meaning on a building set to house families who may be going through turbulent times is a nice message, signaling that calm waters are just ahead.—
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Both have long been interested in the payments sector—Musk’s X has acquired money transmitter licenses in many states, while Facebook tried to launch its own cryptocurrency, Libra, in 2019 before facing stiff criticism and regulatory scrutiny.—
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Plus, their slightly stiffer shape helps add an element of cohesion to looser-fitting garments.—
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The ceremony sets the stage for each day’s contests and activities which include a ceremonious entrance led by a Native American veteran color guard, visiting dignitaries and tribal royalty, followed by dancers of all ages.—
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Roberts began the process while Melania was still finalizing her position, which may have disrupted the ceremonious act.—
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However, a movie can’t be a hit at the international box office without a proper theatrical release internationally.—
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Many complainants completely missed what critics said was the point of the show, which was to highlight the struggle of Black artists to achieve proper representation while seeing their art, talent, and culture appropriated by others.—
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What Happens Next If Morgan is correct, Harry's standing in the broader royal family may be worse than previously thought.—
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Personalization can only happen if AI has access to all of the necessary and correct data.—
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“Starchy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/starchy. Accessed 9 Apr. 2025.
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