as in flexible
able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted
a stretchy hair band
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Recent Examples of stretchy
The petite-friendly G4Free EverGoing Yoga Pants have earned a permanent spot in my mom's everyday wardrobe for their buttery-soft comfort, breathable wide-leg design, and ultra-stretchy high waist that’s satisfyingly elegant without even trying.
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Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
To get around this problem, researchers have developed a new, stretchy and lightweight material that could shield spacebound tech from electromagnetic and neutron radiation.
—Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 1 May 2026
The pants feature slightly frayed, cuffed hems with an inseam that’s suitable for shorter frames, plus they’re made from stretchy denim for all-day comfort.
—Michelle Rostamian, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
The material is a bit stretchy, soft and lightweight but not sheer.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Apr. 2026
Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 1 May 2026
To get around this problem, researchers have developed a new, stretchy and lightweight material that could shield spacebound tech from electromagnetic and neutron radiation.
—Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 1 May 2026
The pants feature slightly frayed, cuffed hems with an inseam that’s suitable for shorter frames, plus they’re made from stretchy denim for all-day comfort.
—Michelle Rostamian, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
The material is a bit stretchy, soft and lightweight but not sheer.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for stretchy
Adjective
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All rooms will have a 65-inch flat-screen television, in-room safe, a Nespresso machine, Le Labo bath amenities, flexible seating options, and floor-to-ceiling windows.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Apr. 2026
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Now, the venue features a Main Stage, a Black Box Theater, a recording studio space, and flexible community areas for holding multiple simultaneous events.—
Pamela Brown,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The situation is also an opportunity for NASA to resume the kind of risk-taking that has been lacking to shake the agency out of a post-space-shuttle lethargy and to reignite passions for reaching a stretch goal under deadline pressure.—
Thomas Black,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The situation is also an opportunity for NASA to resume the kind of risk-taking that has been lacking to shake the agency out of a post-space-shuttle lethargy and to reignite passions for reaching a stretch goal under deadline pressure.—
Thomas Black,
Twin Cities,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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While some copies remain in pristine condition, their plastic sleeves intact, the majority bear marks of use.—
Emily Watlington,
ARTnews.com,
1 May 2026
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If damp places are unavoidable, try compression or vacuum bags and a plastic bin with a lid.—
Melissa Epifano,
The Spruce,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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The comfy elastic waistband doesn’t dig or fold over, and the drawstring closure helps to adjust the fit to your needs.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
1 May 2026
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Billowy sleeves keep the silhouette light and breathable, while elastic cuffs and puffing give a sophisticated appearance.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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The stretchable electrolyte can also be used in flexible batteries for medical applications.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Mar. 2026
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The stretchable length of Durant, Amen Thompson and Alperen Şengün make for entertaining lineups.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Bad cotija is hopelessly bland, rubbery and ridiculously salty.—
Jolene Thym,
Mercury News,
4 May 2026
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Avoid overmixing pancake batter, which can lead to dense or rubbery pancakes.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
26 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Stretchy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stretchy. Accessed 5 May. 2026.
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