as in stretch
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 Synonyms for stretchy
Adjective
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But farther up Doheny, a black sea of stretch limos and town cars flowed in and out of another, bigger, more raucous post-Oscar blowout still in full swing.—
Scott Huver,
The Hollywood Reporter,
28 Feb. 2025 -
Additionally, Korkmaz said stretch fabrics are making a strong comeback, reminiscent of the early 2000s, but reimagined with current technology.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The device uses microneedles and flexible wiring to capture neural signals just beneath the skin, enhancing signal quality while minimizing invasiveness.—
Charlie Fink,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Want a new career that’s higher-paying, more flexible or fulfilling?—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
18 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Use a breathable paper or mesh bag, not plastic, to store your hyacinth bulbs.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Apr. 2025
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In South Broward County, Gladys Vasquez of Miramar clutches a plastic grocery bag and says the contents continue to cost more, listing foods like cheese and yogurt.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The elastic waistband is forgiving (especially post-resort buffet), and the wide legs allow airflow, even in hot climates.—
Becca Blond,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Apr. 2025
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This matching linen set includes a short-sleeve crop top and wide-leg pants with an elastic waistband.—
Emily Weaver,
People.com,
12 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Overworking the pancake batter leads to tough, rubbery pancakes.—
Darcy Lenz,
Southern Living,
4 Jan. 2025
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It's made worse by a shallow, rubbery typing feel—keystrokes are quiet but uncomfortable.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
10 Feb. 2025
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“Stretchy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/stretchy. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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