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as in satin
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel
the plant's fibers feel silky to the touch
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as in shaggy
covered with or as if with hair
the tops of the leaves are a dark glossy green, but the undersides are light and silky
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Recent Examples of silky
This set has over 14,000 five-star reviews at Amazon, with shoppers praising its fit, thickness (not too sheer considering the silky material), and cozy feel.
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Madison Yauger, People.com, 4 Jan. 2025
The signature truffle soba is a pile of silky noodles, topped with a delicate quail egg, which collapses at the slightest nudge to coat everything in a rich, golden gloss.
—Scott Campbell, theweek, 23 Dec. 2024
On the Jennifer Hudson Show, Michelle Obama chose a silky Bottega Veneta dress paired with an oversized blazer overtop.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2024
The texture of this chic lip product blends the best of a silky oil with the non-sticky feel of a jelly.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 25 Dec. 2024
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Madison Yauger, People.com, 4 Jan. 2025
The signature truffle soba is a pile of silky noodles, topped with a delicate quail egg, which collapses at the slightest nudge to coat everything in a rich, golden gloss.
—Scott Campbell, theweek, 23 Dec. 2024
On the Jennifer Hudson Show, Michelle Obama chose a silky Bottega Veneta dress paired with an oversized blazer overtop.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2024
The texture of this chic lip product blends the best of a silky oil with the non-sticky feel of a jelly.
—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 25 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for silky
Adjective
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Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.—
Jasmine Washington,
Seventeen,
18 Jan. 2023
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From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.—
Isabel Garcia,
Peoplemag,
13 Jan. 2023
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Continue on with Banana Republic’s shaggy knit cardigan, a pair of knee-high boots from Jeffrey Campbell, and finally, H&M’s leopard-print ’90s bag.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
9 Jan. 2025
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And there's an endearingly shaggy side to this film, all the more shocking given its then-record cost.—
Darren Franich,
EW.com,
7 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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As the discipline matures, soft skills such as communication and cross-functional teamwork will prove just as critical as technical acumen.—
Srikanta Datta,
Forbes,
9 Jan. 2025
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However, the cozy and soft feel of the fabric is ideal for chillier temps.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Snow in Texas could make for hairy travel to Friday's Cotton Bowl.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA TODAY,
7 Jan. 2025
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The hairy animals also have long antennae, according to the study.—
Irene Wright,
Miami Herald,
7 Jan. 2025
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Plus, whisked eggs and lemon juice, tempered with a little hot broth to prevent scrambling, add ultra-velvety texture to the soup without using any cream.—
Kate Merker,
Good Housekeeping,
6 Jan. 2021
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Made of microfleece yarns, the warm blanket feels soft and velvety, according to reviews.—
Isabel Garcia,
Peoplemag,
17 Nov. 2022
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“Silky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silky. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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