clunkier; clunkiest
: clumsy in style, form, or execution
a clunky thriller
clunky earrings
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I drive a clunky old station wagon.
His act was full of clunky one-liners.
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Christian Allaire, Vogue, 15 Dec. 2024
Often, clunky interfaces, confusing processes, and poor communication transform potentially positive changes into productivity nightmares.
—Jorrit De Groot, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Some have posted photos of clunky grammar, factual mistakes on dates, and spelling errors in the lyrics of famous Swift songs.
—Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 4 Dec. 2024
While other wearable tech devices, like the Apple Watch, can be clunky or get in the way of other accessories, the Oura Ring is unobtrusive and comes in several colorways — from Black to Rose Gold — to fit with any style.
—Anna Tingley, Variety, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Clunky.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clunky. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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