as in stretch
able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted
mozzarella is a rubbery cheese known to every pizza lover
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Recent Examples of rubbery
Our dinner options are greasy pizza or rubbery burgers, the undersides of the tables are speckled with wads of gum and the background noise is the shouting voices of children.
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Lizz Schumer, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
If the thought of reheating steak brings about mental images of tough, rubbery meat – don’t despair.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
What’s ironic about the Pepé Le Pew accents and rubbery baguettes is that the setting looks more like Florida than the St. Tropez of the musical, which is based on the play by Jean Poiret that gave rise to Édouard Molinaro‘s 1978 film.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 19 Nov. 2024
Each time, the biscuit came out soft, but definitely rubbery.
—Molly Bolton, Southern Living, 21 Sep. 2024
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Lizz Schumer, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
If the thought of reheating steak brings about mental images of tough, rubbery meat – don’t despair.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
What’s ironic about the Pepé Le Pew accents and rubbery baguettes is that the setting looks more like Florida than the St. Tropez of the musical, which is based on the play by Jean Poiret that gave rise to Édouard Molinaro‘s 1978 film.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 19 Nov. 2024
Each time, the biscuit came out soft, but definitely rubbery.
—Molly Bolton, Southern Living, 21 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rubbery
Adjective
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Additionally, Korkmaz said stretch fabrics are making a strong comeback, reminiscent of the early 2000s, but reimagined with current technology.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Mar. 2025
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Take Breaks Throughout The Day Taking a pause every 50 minutes to relax, stretch, meditate or engage in something enjoyable has been a game-changer for me.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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But that’s not the case with all Affiliated Food’s suppliers —several have already notified the company of price increases because of tariffs, including bananas and canned tuna, as well as plastic utensils.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
9 Apr. 2025
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Each bottle sold funds the collection of plastic equivalent to 1,000 single-use bottles from regions severely affected by ocean plastic pollution, including Indonesia, the Philippines, India, Kenya, Brazil, and Egypt.—
Afdhel Aziz,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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But that flexible pandemic relief has now been exhausted.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
15 Mar. 2025
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Although the lounge pants are made from a soft and flexible fabric that feels like sweatpants, the wide-leg silhouette, side pockets, and cropped length all dress up the style.—
Megan Schaltegger,
People.com,
15 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The elastic waistband is forgiving (especially post-resort buffet), and the wide legs allow airflow, even in hot climates.—
Becca Blond,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Apr. 2025
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This matching linen set includes a short-sleeve crop top and wide-leg pants with an elastic waistband.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
12 Apr. 2025
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Jackson County Public Health Director Bridgette Shaffer said public health infrastructure acts as the foundation of a healthy, resilient and thriving community.—
Jonathan Shorman,
Kansas City Star,
5 Apr. 2025
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Despite broader market hesitations, the ultra-luxury segment remains resilient, proving that demand for top-tier properties is still thriving—even in uncertain times.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
4 Apr. 2025
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“Rubbery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rubbery. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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