thickish

Definition of thickishnext

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Recent Examples of thickish The combination of the knee-high length and thickish merino blend keeps me as warm as possible in such conditions. Scott Douglas, Outside, 3 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thickish
Adjective
  • Videos of the pyrotechnics display show the pitch filling with tall showers of sparks and dense smoke as dozens of fireworks launched upward.
    Melissa Gomez, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
  • The rare Saturday night game at the iconic North Side ballpark started an hour late due to rain, then fog billowed in from the north starting in the second inning and got denser.
    ABC News, ABC News, 4 July 2026
Adjective
  • This pack comes with four waterproof, spacious dustbags big enough for bulky sneakers and heels alike, which flight attendants say still hold up after consistent use.
    Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026
  • The hard gel has more structure than a traditional gel manicure, making my nails feel stronger and more durable without feeling bulky.
    Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026
Adjective
  • Much like disposable cameras, instant cameras, retro digicams, and Yashica’s own blocky digital shooter, the Tank, these limitations are what gives it the washed-out, nostalgic charm that pristine smartphone sensors work so hard to edit out.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 28 June 2026
  • The image above shows the current user interface in the center, with the old, blocky style on the left and the airy, line-drawing style on the right.
    Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 24 June 2026
Adjective
  • PowerBlock’s blockish design has critics comparing it to reaching into a toaster but the brand has solid loyalty among serious home-gym owners and strength enthusiasts.
    David Hochman, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
  • Stylistically, these bulky sculptures are like many in the show, whether large or small — solid, blockish, refined but not delicate.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 Aug. 2021
Adjective
  • The combination makes strands thicker, fuller, stronger, frizz-free, and softer—and thus, longer with less shedding and breakage.
    Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 2 July 2026
  • The brown, round cookie has arms and legs, one eyebrow thicker than the other, and one buck tooth.
    Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Adjective
  • Permitting costs in New York City could be a hefty party of the bill.
    Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • The country offers a 30% rebate, VAT tax exemption, up to 80% equipment rental discount, and hefty discounts on hotels.
    Nick Vivarelli, Variety, 3 July 2026

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“Thickish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thickish. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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