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as in fat
having or being of relatively great depth or extent from one surface to its opposite
a thick board was laid across the pit
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2
as in viscous
being of a consistency that resists flow
thick maple syrup for pancakes
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3
as in close
closely acquainted
those two have been thick since grade school
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as in wide
having a greater than usual measure across
cross your name off the list with a really thick line so I can see it
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as in dense
having little space between items or parts
a hedge thick with gorse bushes
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as in slow
not having or showing an ability to absorb ideas readily
couldn't believe that his guests were so thick that they were missing his hints that it was time to leave
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as in filled
possessing or covered with great numbers or amounts of something specified
a meadow thick with wildflowers
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Recent Examples of thick
Madison Yauger, People.com, 25 Jan. 2025
Most reviewers love that the fabric is thick, yet flowy, and great for layering.
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 25 Jan. 2025
Melissa Rudy, Fox News, 1 Nov. 2024
The questions answered by Garza in the memo indicate to me the City Council doesn't want anymore surprises, especially as the city gets into the thick of the permanent City Manager search.
—Ella McCarthy, Austin American-Statesman, 1 Feb. 2024
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Adjective
Also, some moisturizers are designed for either facial or body use, so check the labels, as body creams are usually thicker, heavier, and may clog pores.
—Madison Yauger, People.com, 25 Jan. 2025
Most reviewers love that the fabric is thick, yet flowy, and great for layering.
—Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 25 Jan. 2025
Noun
Heading into the thick of flu and COVID season, there have been some recent changes to vaccine recommendations for people over age 50.
—Melissa Rudy, Fox News, 1 Nov. 2024
The questions answered by Garza in the memo indicate to me the City Council doesn't want anymore surprises, especially as the city gets into the thick of the permanent City Manager search.
—Ella McCarthy, Austin American-Statesman, 1 Feb. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thick
Adjective
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Peanut butter’s high fat content and low moisture prevent the growth of microorganisms like bacteria and mold, and are key factors in its long shelf life.—
Annie Peterson,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Jan. 2025
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First, instead of using BMI to define obesity, the authors propose using it as part of an initial screen to determine who should be assessed for excess body fat.—
Faye Chiu,
CNN,
24 Jan. 2025
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The palate practically bursts with orange blossom honey, a rare and delicate treat, or perhaps honey and orange marmalade on buttered toast, complete with a viscous mouthfeel for its 92 proof.—
David Thomas Tao,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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The bourbon is creamy on the palate with an oily, viscous texture and a pronounced mouth weight, featuring flavors of blackberry jam, vanilla laced-crème brûlée, caramel, candied orange zest, and milk chocolate notes.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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Sophie’s own child, Aud Mason-Hyde, is one of the main actors, which adds another layer of things as a close personal story.—
Dan Allen,
NBC News,
24 Jan. 2025
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Previously, the closest analog was augmented reality (AR) glasses, but progress in AR has been slowed by technical challenges.—
Wei Duan,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
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But just as Maresca’s team grew steadily more passive after taking the lead, so too did Jackson fail to press home his advantage against a back line exploited by a wide range of attackers in recent weeks.—
Sam Lee,
The Athletic,
25 Jan. 2025
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Getaway Enjoy the Outdoors Hit the Beach With 2.5 miles of Atlantic Ocean-fronting shoreline, Sullivan’s Island’s main draw is its pristine shoreline, a wide sandy stretch prime for sandcastle-building and sunbathing.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
25 Jan. 2025
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The village is small and dense, lined with crumbling structures and the exploded remains of cars.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
24 Jan. 2025
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But the visual jokes are dense and the look works for the setting and comedic ethos, reflecting the junky tourist-trap aesthetic that Mumolo and Wiig celebrate.—
Mark Olsen,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Jan. 2025
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The fires have highlighted the slow disaster of the region’s aridification — and the challenges even the most committed environmentalist politicians face amid climate change.—
Sammy Feldblum,
The Dial,
30 Jan. 2025
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Now that era is over, the pendulum is starting a slow swing back toward maximalism.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
30 Jan. 2025
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Earlier this month, Spears revealed that she was forced to evacuate her Hollywood home in the midst of the city’s ongoing wildfire crisis.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
28 Jan. 2025
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Those not able to cash in, however, see the program as one of two things: a genuine offer hamstrung by excessive red tape, or a half-hollow gesture meant to rack up free PR in the midst of a historic disaster.—
Jack Flemming,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Jan. 2025
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Vogue Italia’s head of editorial content, Francesca Ragazzi, is a particular fan of the snuggly staple, styling her slouchy aviator option with everything from luxe leather skirts to chunky knitwear.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
28 Jan. 2025
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The controls on all trims are plastic, but chunky and clicky and easy to feel without looking.—
Barbara A. Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
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“Thick.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thick. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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