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
  • Use lunch breaks as an opportunity to step away from your screen, stretch, and take care of yourself.
    Sho Dewan, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The spontaneity and variability of play help to recondition, stretch, and strengthen your muscle fascia – that super suit of connective tissue that supports every muscle and organ in your body.
    Kate Ligler, Outside Online, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of stretch
Adjective
  • As tourism rebounds across the globe, properties in these areas can offer high returns with flexible rental terms and higher per-night rates, appealing to investors seeking quick profits.
    Johan Hajji, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • This watch further established just how flexible this platform could be when working with unexpected materials.
    Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of flexible
Adjective
  • Create the Washing Solution Fill a sink or plastic tub with tepid or lukewarm water.
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 7 Dec. 2024
  • The trays are packaged in a plastic clamshell and include items like pita bread, apricots, olives, feta cheese and individual containers of dips, including the tzatziki sauce.
    Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 7 Dec. 2024
Definition of plastic
Adjective
  • The pocketed button-up and pants with an elastic waist are available in regular, petite, and tall lengths, sizes XS-XXXL, and 10 colors.
    Toni Sutton, People.com, 6 Dec. 2024
  • The two-piece set has a casual V-neck top and wide-leg pants, showcasing a forgiving elastic waistband that's perfectly stretchy for kicking back in a plane seat or cabin lounge.
    Jean Chen Smith, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of elastic
Adjective
  • Our dinner options are greasy pizza or rubbery burgers, the undersides of the tables are speckled with wads of gum and the background noise is the shouting voices of children.
    Lizz Schumer, People.com, 3 Dec. 2024
  • If the thought of reheating steak brings about mental images of tough, rubbery meat – don’t despair.
    Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 30 Nov. 2024
Definition of rubbery
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Thesaurus Entries Near stretchy

stretch (out)

stretchy

strew

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