jelled 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of jellednext
as in gelatinous

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jelled

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verb

past tense of jell
1
as in formed
to take on a definite form our ideas for the marketing campaign are just beginning to jell

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2
as in gelled
to turn from a liquid into a substance resembling jelly the sauce will jell once it cools down

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  1. gelatinous
  2. froze
  3. thick
  4. solid
Adjective
  • Bioluminescence is commonly spotted among fish, squid and gelatinous zooplankton, such as jellyfish, siphonophores, comb jellies, and other animals that are mostly made of water.
    Nina Turner, Newsweek, 30 Oct. 2024
  • For those unfamiliar, this gelatinous fungus is naturally rich in vitamins A (a.k.a. retinol), C, and D while being more intensely hydrating than hyaluronic acid.
    Devon Abelman, Allure, 23 Oct. 2024
Definition of gelatinous
Verb
  • The nearly 20 seconds of McConnell being froze brought on concerns about his overall health.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Rome ran a great route and froze Fred, who had his eyes on me in the back.
    Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of froze
Adjective
  • Choosing heels with a thicker heel or platform can also provide more support and stability.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
  • The Chick-fil-A sauce, thick and gloppy and even sweeter, only made things worse.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of thick
Adjective
  • For context, ArcelorMittal revenues grew 45% between 2020-2022, primarily aided by a solid rally through 2021 on account of rising steel and iron ore prices, as well as restocking across the industry.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
  • To repurpose my disorientation and anger into something more actionable, solid and firm.
    Rebekah Pahl, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of solid
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