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also callipygous
as in buxom
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Recent Examples of callipygian
Regardless of subject matter, jarring juxtapositions are the rule: snails and peaches; nude models prancing in the Louvre; a callipygian Kim Kardashian in stockings and heels scaling a sandpit.
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New York Times, 25 Nov. 2021
New York Times, 25 Nov. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for callipygian
Adjective
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On the balcony of his grandparents’ Florida condo, Billy spies a buxom woman lounging by the pool.Caroline Madden, Vulture, 8 July 2024
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My buxom breasts and backside are also accompanied by fat on my arms, belly, and legs.Raquel Reichard, refinery29.com, 24 Sep. 2024
Adjective
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The seductive and voluptuous Jessica Rabbit is Roger’s wife.Zack Sharf, Variety, 1 Nov. 2024
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The minimalist brand’s look was amplified to the max by its voluptuous silhouette — defined by sharp padded shoulders and a collarless neckline, and hourglass-like angles that nipped at the waist.Charlie Carballo, WWD, 26 Oct. 2024
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Colleges that are less well-endowed might have fewer proxies that strain their financial aid budget, but still should use individualized proxies to meet their institutional needs.Scott White, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024
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Unfortunately, as anyone else who is well-endowed can likely attest, one-pieces seldom do the girls justice.Brie Schwartz, Glamour, 21 Feb. 2024
Adjective
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Things are already tense with her loopy future mother-in-law (Jennifer Coolidge) and the chesty ex (Lenny Kravitz) that her wealthy father (Cheech Marin) has invited without her consent.Leah Greenblatt, Joshua Rothkopf, EW.com, 27 Jan. 2023
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The cringeworthy stereotyping continues when Nawi begins a romance with a chesty biracial himbo named Malik (Jordan Bolger), who visits the kingdom to fulfill his Dahomean mother’s dying wish.Julian Lucas, The New Yorker, 16 Sep. 2022
Adjective
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Mounds of fresh fruits, plump veggies, pantry staples, meats, and even bags of frozen seafood boils poked out of them.Mankaprr Conteh, Rolling Stone, 4 Nov. 2024
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How to Choose, Store, and Wash Fresh Cranberries When shopping, look for fresh cranberries that are deep red, firm, plump, and have smooth skins.Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2024
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As a divorced father who disguises himself as the titular busty housekeeper to spend more time with his kids, Williams’ antics are nicely tempered by director Chris Columbus, who threads humor with emotion in admirable fashion.Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 21 Jan. 2024
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This suit is available in four prints and colors, and five sizes, plus the option for regular or busty fit.Maya Polton Updated, Parents, 10 Aug. 2023
Adjective
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The eight-episode drama kicks off as adolescent firebrand Erika (Mar Isern) unwittingly provokes a wave of introspection after an uncut video of her Rubenesque body goes viral.Holly Jones, Variety, 20 Feb. 2024
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Portly gentlemen and Rubenesque ladies were much admired.Miss Manners | Judith Martin, Anchorage Daily News, 11 Apr. 2023
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The 11 Best Headboards of 2024 for Every Bedroom Style In the primary bath, matching the Roman shade fabric to the wallpaper creates a continuous flow that emphasizes the voluminous feeling; the octagonal side table provides shapely interest.Kathryn O'Shea-Evans, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2024
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Look to design super star, Ilse Crawford, for this shapely oak option.Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 2 July 2024
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“Callipygian.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/callipygian. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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