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as in satin
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel
the plant's fibers feel silky to the touch
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as in shaggy
covered with or as if with hair
the tops of the leaves are a dark glossy green, but the undersides are light and silky
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Recent Examples of silky
This throw blanket measures 70 inches wide by 60 inches long, and is crafted with a plush polyester material that feels silky smooth and soft to the touch.
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Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Nov. 2024
Ruby colored in the glass, this delightful wine has aromas of cranberry, cherry, and pomegranate that pave the way for silky tannins wrapped around flavors of cherry, candied orange peel, and brown baking spices.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2024
Someone who loves a silky sheet may be drawn towards cotton sateen or bamboo, while percale cotton sheets tend to be stiffer and crispier.
—Kathleen Felton, SELF, 19 Nov. 2024
This is the perfect shirt for that effortlessly chic style since the button-down is silky with a ton of movement and a bit of stretch.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2024
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Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Nov. 2024
Ruby colored in the glass, this delightful wine has aromas of cranberry, cherry, and pomegranate that pave the way for silky tannins wrapped around flavors of cherry, candied orange peel, and brown baking spices.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 21 Nov. 2024
Someone who loves a silky sheet may be drawn towards cotton sateen or bamboo, while percale cotton sheets tend to be stiffer and crispier.
—Kathleen Felton, SELF, 19 Nov. 2024
This is the perfect shirt for that effortlessly chic style since the button-down is silky with a ton of movement and a bit of stretch.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for silky
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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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Sofia’s haircut is an early sign of her rebellion; a shaggy mullet that calls back to Jane Fonda in the 1970s thriller Klute.Gavia Baker-Whitelaw, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2024
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Style insiders are going all in on the look, too; fashion month’s crowds were awash in brushed knits, and New Yorkers of all stripes have pulled out their shaggiest jumpers as sweater weather has descended upon the city.Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 4 Nov. 2024
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When the foam subsides, add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 5 minutes.Farideh Sadeghin, Saveur, 29 Nov. 2024
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To counter this, brighten your face with a soft fill light, even during the day, to avoid looking gloomy.Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 29 Nov. 2024
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Tarantulas Large, hairy and slow-moving, tarantulas might seem like a nightmare for arachnophobes.Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 14 Oct. 2024
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Amy Adams finds herself in a hairy situation in the first trailer for Nightbitch.Ryan Gajewski, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Sep. 2024
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Plus, whisked eggs and lemon juice, tempered with a little hot broth to prevent scrambling, add ultra-velvety texture to the soup without using any cream.Kate Merker, Good Housekeeping, 6 Jan. 2021
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Made of microfleece yarns, the warm blanket feels soft and velvety, according to reviews.Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 17 Nov. 2022
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“Silky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silky. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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