1
as in flexible
able to revert to original size and shape after being stretched, squeezed, or twisted
bouncy seat cushions
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2
as in joyful
joyously unrestrained
unsurprisingly, the bouncy talk show hostess was a cheerleader in high school
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Recent Examples of bouncy
Her mochi skins are bouncy and soft, with a chewy texture so majestic that the stretchability rivals the most dramatic of cheese pulls.
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Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Protease, a gentle enzyme, smooths texture and helps strengthen the moisture barrier so skin stays bouncier, less reactive, and better hydrated.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Jan. 2026
These running shoes have racked up thousands of five-star ratings, with many reviewers sharing that the cushioning feels soft without being overly bouncy, so running a higher mile count feels smoother and more comfortable.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
What holds more promise than a lighter, bouncier, sexier new model?
—Jonathan Beverly, Outside, 26 Dec. 2025
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Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Protease, a gentle enzyme, smooths texture and helps strengthen the moisture barrier so skin stays bouncier, less reactive, and better hydrated.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 23 Jan. 2026
These running shoes have racked up thousands of five-star ratings, with many reviewers sharing that the cushioning feels soft without being overly bouncy, so running a higher mile count feels smoother and more comfortable.
—Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 7 Jan. 2026
What holds more promise than a lighter, bouncier, sexier new model?
—Jonathan Beverly, Outside, 26 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bouncy
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All rooms will have a 65-inch flat-screen television, in-room safe, a Nespresso machine, Le Labo bath amenities, flexible seating options, and floor-to-ceiling windows.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Apr. 2026
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Now, the venue features a Main Stage, a Black Box Theater, a recording studio space, and flexible community areas for holding multiple simultaneous events.—
Pamela Brown,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2026
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In that derelict playground, Lucy reminisces about her hippie youth, then spins in joyful abandon on a rusty carrousel.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
30 Apr. 2026
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Spring clearly has Reese Witherspoon in a joyful mood.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
29 Apr. 2026
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The situation is also an opportunity for NASA to resume the kind of risk-taking that has been lacking to shake the agency out of a post-space-shuttle lethargy and to reignite passions for reaching a stretch goal under deadline pressure.—
Thomas Black,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The situation is also an opportunity for NASA to resume the kind of risk-taking that has been lacking to shake the agency out of a post-space-shuttle lethargy and to reignite passions for reaching a stretch goal under deadline pressure.—
Thomas Black,
Twin Cities,
23 Apr. 2026
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YoshimiO, sharing fellow ’90s icon Flea’s recent interest in the instrument, turns in a credible trumpet line during the track’s shuffling, exuberant second half.—
Reed Jackson,
SPIN,
24 Apr. 2026
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The 2019 Kennedy Center honoree, a protege of the late Leonard Bernstein, was a gifted pianist known for his exuberant compositions and ability to break down musical genres, and in particular, his dynamic interpretations of Gustav Mahler.—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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After a bit of back-and-forth, one of the crew members grabbed a plastic bag and handed it to a tall, radiantly handsome Canadian actor named Marc.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
25 Apr. 2026
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Avoid sealing them tightly in plastic bags, which can trap moisture.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
25 Apr. 2026
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Offering festive sparkles courtesy of club soda and bubbly wine plus a dose of spa vibes via floral Lillet Blanc, fresh basil or mint, and slices of cucumber and citrus, this low-ABV cocktail recipe is as invigorating as a spring morning.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Apr. 2026
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Some are high in caffeine or contain sugar, like at Starbucks or Dunkin’; but others are caffeine-free, like Panera’s new additions; while Sonic’s are either bubbly or flat.—
Jordan Valinsky,
CNN Money,
28 Apr. 2026
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The Asian Development Bank estimates that the region will need to invest $210 billion annually in climate-resilient infrastructure through 2030.—
Angelica Ang,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Still, the optimistic view argues that human beings are incredibly resilient and have always adapted to progress in technology by shifting their skills and identifying new applications for them.—
Bill Connolly,
Rolling Stone,
29 Apr. 2026
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The inflated globe was light and buoyant.—
Julian Bell,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Apr. 2026
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Russell showed off some of the vehicle's key features, including a buoyant main body made from syntactic foam, a high performance material designed to withstand enormous pressure while maintaining flotation at massive depths.—
Jacob Wycoff,
CBS News,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Bouncy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bouncy. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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