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as in silky
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel
the silken texture of the synthetic fabric
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as in luxurious
showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort
she was unaccustomed to living in such silken surroundings
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Recent Examples of silken
Then, add silken tofu or avocado in the filling to add creaminess and (even more) protein.
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Angela Haupt, TIME, 25 Nov. 2024
Brereton Diaz submits, trembling, unable to resist Schar's silken cranial caress.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 17 Aug. 2024
The silicone material is both silken tofu-levels of soft and body-safe.
—Mary Frances Knapp, refinery29.com, 1 Oct. 2024
Few hotels pay so much attention to historical details as this sprawling Irish-Georgian estate, which doubles as a grand 20-bedroom hotel, its spectacular silken interiors restored by Colin Orchard.
—Delilah Khomo, theweek, 11 Oct. 2024
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Angela Haupt, TIME, 25 Nov. 2024
Brereton Diaz submits, trembling, unable to resist Schar's silken cranial caress.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 17 Aug. 2024
The silicone material is both silken tofu-levels of soft and body-safe.
—Mary Frances Knapp, refinery29.com, 1 Oct. 2024
Few hotels pay so much attention to historical details as this sprawling Irish-Georgian estate, which doubles as a grand 20-bedroom hotel, its spectacular silken interiors restored by Colin Orchard.
—Delilah Khomo, theweek, 11 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for silken
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Devin Booker and Jamal Murray tout two of the silkiest jumpers in the game.Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 25 Dec. 2024
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The texture of this chic lip product blends the best of a silky oil with the non-sticky feel of a jelly.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 25 Dec. 2024
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Glinda and Elphaba expand their world by taking a luxurious train ride to Emerald City.Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Ora wore the Pascale Coat, which featured a red and black checkered pattern with luxurious Kalgan shearling fur sleeves and detailed floral embellishments.Julia Teti, WWD, 30 Dec. 2024
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Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.Jasmine Washington, Seventeen, 18 Jan. 2023
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From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 13 Jan. 2023
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One Madison’s slate of attractions includes a public gym (run by Chelsea Piers Fitness) so spacious and luxuriant that members might be tempted to move in.Justin Davidson, Curbed, 21 Nov. 2024
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This was a man who had lengthy experience in surviving far from luxuriant conditions, firstly from his time living with the destitute of Paris and London as part of his first successful non-fiction volume and secondly as a fighter for the Republican cause in the Spanish Civil War.Rob Crossan, JSTOR Daily, 15 Nov. 2024
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Chadwick says that over the last 10 years, football has acted as a glue: managing the country’s image and profile through soft power and diplomacy.Simon Hughes, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
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The bird thrives in alpine grasslands, feeding on tussock grass by stripping its leaves to reach the soft bases.Scott Travers, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
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Now, to close out the year and prepare fans for her upcoming tour in support of the album, Perry has released 1432, the deluxe version of the dance-pop project.Chris Malone Mendez, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Katy Perry has released 1432, a deluxe version of her recent LP, 143.Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 20 Dec. 2024
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“Silken.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silken. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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