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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
Behind the band was a chain link fence topped with barbed wire, decorated with white flowers, silky ribbons, and brass knuckles.
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Steve Appleford, SPIN, 23 Jan. 2025
The texture is silky and lotion-like—delicately gentle and pleasant, with a subtle, fresh scent that's light and never overpowering.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Jan. 2025
The palate is beautifully silky and rounded, with delectable pastry flavors, baking spices, and milky coffee to complement the fruit core—fantastic depth of flavor, intensity, and longevity.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025
Her 2022 Morgon Grand Cras is ruby red with aromas of bright black cherry, red raspberry, and brown baking spices with silky tannins and flavors of cranberry, cherry, and red plum.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 16 Jan. 2025
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Steve Appleford, SPIN, 23 Jan. 2025
The texture is silky and lotion-like—delicately gentle and pleasant, with a subtle, fresh scent that's light and never overpowering.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Jan. 2025
The palate is beautifully silky and rounded, with delectable pastry flavors, baking spices, and milky coffee to complement the fruit core—fantastic depth of flavor, intensity, and longevity.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 18 Jan. 2025
Her 2022 Morgon Grand Cras is ruby red with aromas of bright black cherry, red raspberry, and brown baking spices with silky tannins and flavors of cranberry, cherry, and red plum.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 16 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for silky
Adjective
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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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Continue on with Banana Republic’s shaggy knit cardigan, a pair of knee-high boots from Jeffrey Campbell, and finally, H&M’s leopard-print ’90s bag.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
9 Jan. 2025
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And there's an endearingly shaggy side to this film, all the more shocking given its then-record cost.—
Darren Franich,
EW.com,
7 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The refrigerator is still your savior if for some reason your cookies seem too soft.—
Tammy Algood,
The Tennessean,
3 Feb. 2025
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Though styled like a sharp chino, the material is soft, stretchy, and thus suitable for almost any activity — even working out, Lulu shoppers claim.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Feb. 2025
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Key Ingredients: Basil leaf hairy root blend, sunflower oil, baobab oil Type: Pre-wash oil Best For: Dry scalp, product build-up, all hair textures Size: 3 oz.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
1 Feb. 2025
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However, plants with hairy leaves or plants in soilless mixes may do better by being watered from the bottom.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
24 Jan. 2025
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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 8 Feb. 2025.
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