paper-thin

adjective

pa·per-thin ˈpā-pər-ˌthin

Synonyms of paper-thin next

: extremely thin

paper-thin partitions

Examples of paper-thin in a Sentence

since the wall separating our cubicles is paper-thin, I get way too much information about my coworker's love life

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Expect paper-thin comté that actually tastes like the Jura mountains, served between gossamer nori or hamaguri clams under garlic panko that bridge French and Japanese techniques without trying too hard. —

Paul Jebara, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2024 The Louisiana institution has been serving its signature version of paper-thin, sliced fish that’s battered and deep fried to a crispy, golden-brown perfection since 1934. —

Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 19 Dec. 2024 The paper-thin patties and pillowy buns have swept the nation and are now being infused with Korean, Filipino, Indian, and Italian flavors, among many others. —

Emily Wilson, Bon Appétit, 16 Dec. 2024 Their chances were already paper-thin coming into Wednesday. —

Gabrielle Starr, Boston Herald, 26 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for paper-thin