How to Use chunky in a Sentence
chunky
adjective- The shoes have chunky heels.
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Sade Hoops are gorgeous chunky gold hoop earrings that any woman in your life will love.
— Maren Estrada, BGR, 6 Oct. 2022 -
Use chunky outdoor lights to give this woodsy Christmas tree theme an authentic look.
— Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Oct. 2022 -
More yellowish than its name would suggest, the portion was chunky with eggplant, turnip cake and bamboo shoots.
— Megha McSwain, Chron, 30 Sep. 2022 -
Pair these pants with a chunky sweater and a slim blazer for the office and a corset and heels when going out — yes, faux leather pants can be that versatile!
— Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 7 Oct. 2022 -
Accessorizing the sheer set, Tyla wore a pair of sparkling heels, chunky rings and a glittering makeup look.
— Chiara Kim, People.com, 16 Oct. 2024 -
Smash together avocados, tomatillo salsa, lime juice, salt and ¼ cup of the cilantro in a large bowl until slightly chunky.
— People Staff, Peoplemag, 27 Sep. 2022 -
Think of it as the ideal styling piece — worn under a chunky sweater, button-down, or blazer; layered over a T-shirt, belted; and even worn over pants.
— Aemilia Madden, refinery29.com, 28 Sep. 2022 -
Add some pink lipstick and chunky earrings to create the ultimate Barbie Doll costume.
— Lisa Levine, Variety, 5 Oct. 2022 -
The spring collection was delivered in pastel colors and accessorized with chunky platform wedges.
— Thomas Adamson, ajc, 29 Sep. 2022 -
When fall comes around, there's nothing better than eating a cozy meal that warms your belly (and your soul), like a chunky beef stew, a fancy mac and cheese, or chicken pot pie from scratch.
— Sanah Faroke, Peoplemag, 5 Oct. 2022 -
The style has since evolved to include boots with chunky soles, tall heels and shafts, and some Western details, while keeping the traditional elements like stretchy gore side panels alive.
— Jessie Quinn, People.com, 25 Oct. 2024 -
Try pairing sandals or chunky sneakers with these roomy pants on easy days, comfortable heels for a dinner date (possibly even at work), and everyday boots for errands or weekend outings.
— Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Harper's BAZAAR, 28 Sep. 2022 -
Her dark look featured a body-contouring off-the-shoulder Balenciaga wrap dress, a chunky chain necklace, and even bloody knuckles (painted on the way to the show of course).
— Amina Niasse, Billboard, 5 Oct. 2022 -
Unlike other boots of this style, these are comfortable from the very first wear—no break-in period required—and have impeccable traction thanks to chunky rubber lugs, which kept us stable on ice and snow but didn’t hold onto mud.
— Svati Kirsten Narula, Outside Online, 25 Oct. 2024 -
The key is to try to keep the fish as chunky as possible.
— David Rainer Alabama Department Of Conservation and Natural Resources, al, 17 Aug. 2023 -
Schmidt stacked at least two — maybe more — threads of that part to get a chunky sound.
— Tom Roland, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2023 -
The chunky syrup gets a punch of flavor from lemon juice and fresh thyme.
— Sunset Staff, Sunset Magazine, 15 Aug. 2024 -
Pardun took the pole and reeled in a chunky 17½-inch walleye.
— Paul A. Smith, Journal Sentinel, 7 May 2023 -
Cozy Up in a Blanket Give us all the cable knits and chunky weaves.
— Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 24 June 2023 -
With a chunky heel, the boots are comfortable for all-day wear.
— Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 30 Dec. 2023 -
Then, the men walk around the tank, patting its chunky green armor.
— Andrew E. Kramer, BostonGlobe.com, 1 Mar. 2023 -
To complete this fit, grab a pair of chunky neon earrings.
— Sabrina Talbert, Women's Health, 18 July 2023 -
This pair has a tall shaft that keeps calves warm, and the chunky platform heel gives you some lift.
— Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 20 Sep. 2024 -
Placed next to the competition, the Z Fold 5 is rather chunky.
— Ewan Spence, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2024 -
The guac is fresh and chunky with just enough zest to brighten the other fixings.
— Bon Appétit, 15 Nov. 2022 -
The thin shoots with dry stems were a departure from the vibrant, chunky spears at the A-Bar farm.
— Cindy Carcamo, Los Angeles Times, 8 May 2024 -
One of its newest items is the chunky bark, with milk or dark chocolate with peanuts and raisins.
— Cathy Kozlowicz, Journal Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2023 -
Now’s the time to stock up on matching lounge sets, chunky knit sweaters, and of course, fuzzy slippers.
— Esme Benjamin, Peoplemag, 15 Sep. 2024 -
They are blitzed together in a chunky sauce with green chiles and leafy herbs.
— Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2024
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