linty

adjective

Definition of lintynext
as in downy

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  1. downy
  2. fluffy
  3. fuzzy
Adjective
  • Mature king penguins have four total layers of feathers—three downy inner layers, topped by an oily waterproof outer layer.
    Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 Nov. 2024
  • That said, Beatty’s portrayal of the harried, discursive, libidinous George is irresistible even without context, as is the performance given by a young Goldie Hawn, who illuminates every frame—and perfectly counteracts Beatty—with blonde California light, and a heart-melting, downy innocence.
    Vogue, Vogue, 10 Sep. 2024
Definition of downy
Adjective
  • Collaboration gets pegged as: a waste of time (pulls people away from focused, individual work) a way to get slow people up to speed at the expense of fast people fluffy and touchy-feely The brain science tells a different story.
    Kevin Kruse, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Use a fluffy brush to dust the powder along the undereyes, T-zone, and other oily areas.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of fluffy
Adjective
  • The first crisp morning of the season sends your poor, perpetually cold loved one diving under the bedsheets, digging for the fuzzy socks, or fiddling with the thermostat when your back is turned.
    Adrienne So, WIRED, 4 Dec. 2024
  • Narrowing down our picks was no easy feat, but our absolute favorites include a fuzzy cashmere sweater that’s perfect for all-season layering and a soft merino wool number in the season’s best shade of red.
    Maura Jenkins, Glamour, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of fuzzy
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linty

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“Linty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/linty. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.

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