stretchy

adjective

Definition of stretchynext
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
  1. stretch
  2. flexible
  3. plastic
  4. elastic
  5. rubbery
Adjective
  • They’re made from 100-percent cotton shorts with a stretch waistband and side pockets.
    Clint Davis, Peoplemag, 10 June 2024
  • Cellulosic producer Lenzing, stretch fiber producer Roica by Asahi Kasei and Japanese denim mill Kaihara Denim came together to create the Saisei Collection, a range of stretch fabrics made with recycled fibers.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 25 Oct. 2024
Definition of stretch
Adjective
  • Building codes should be updated now to be flexible enough to apply to a range of existing and emerging products.
    Lara Williams, The Mercury News, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Borrowers enjoy flexible funding capabilities, which is in stark contrast to banks that are typically slow moving, highly regulated and marked by a cumbersome credit box and processes.
    Christian Faes, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of flexible
Adjective
  • In other words, the constant flow of electric current through the sockets may have enhanced the metal zinc's plastic behavior, therefore weakening its grip.
    Nicole Acevedo, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
  • Refrigerate dry and unwashed in crisper drawer in a plastic bag up to 3 weeks.
    Cathy Thomas, Orange County Register, 11 Nov. 2024
Definition of plastic
Adjective
  • The seams, elastic, and stitching remained in perfect condition.
    Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Spandex and rubber elastic, two of the most common materials sports bras are made out of, lose their compression powers over time, and with it, their ability to keep your breasts in place, says Susan L. Sokolowski, a professor of sports product design at the University of Oregon.
    Julia Ries, Outside Online, 31 Oct. 2024
Definition of elastic
Adjective
  • Each time, the biscuit came out soft, but definitely rubbery.
    Molly Bolton, Southern Living, 21 Sep. 2024
  • Jones provides a rubbery synth line, while Michael breaths heavily, squeaks, squeals and hiccups to soul’s delight.
    A.D. Amorosi, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of rubbery
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Thesaurus Entries Near stretchy

stretch (out)

stretchy

strew

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