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as in clumpy
having small pieces or lumps spread throughout
the lumpy mashed potatoes were cold as well
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as in uneven
not having a level or smooth surface
before painting, we had to sand the lumpy surface to make it smooth
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Recent Examples of lumpy
The whole tomatoes are smashed in the pan, creating a thick, lumpy sauce with great texture.
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Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 20 Feb. 2026
Most people lose sleep over a lumpy mattress.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
Discord’s trash look is lumpy, and her walk hasn’t improved.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 31 Jan. 2026
The notion of grief gradually fades into the backdrop, finally re-emerging in a manner that is, thanks to the film’s lumpy tonal mixture, more confusing than emotionally cleansing.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
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Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 20 Feb. 2026
Most people lose sleep over a lumpy mattress.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
Discord’s trash look is lumpy, and her walk hasn’t improved.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 31 Jan. 2026
The notion of grief gradually fades into the backdrop, finally re-emerging in a manner that is, thanks to the film’s lumpy tonal mixture, more confusing than emotionally cleansing.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lumpy
Adjective
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These formulas strike the ideal balance of locking in lift without weighing lashes down or leaving behind a stiff, crunchy, or clumpy finish.—
Lily Wohlner,
Allure,
28 Mar. 2026
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Using clumpy detergent can clog compartments, gum up a washing machine’s internal components, and leave detergent deposits on clothes.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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And the uneven availability cost him a chance to fully adjust to his new role within the organization.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
30 Apr. 2026
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Heavy rain can wash away grass seed and cause uneven growth or bare spots in your lawn.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
30 Apr. 2026
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Across the street, through a thick tangle of forest, the Khodymchuks’ building stood tall and gray in the snow.—
Lizzie Johnson,
New Yorker,
25 Apr. 2026
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Not only does the material ensure comfort and support, but the unique design, with thick straps that curve to the exact shape of my arches and a cupped heel, creates a glove-like fit that hugs my feet.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
25 Apr. 2026
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The plane hitting the water is destructive enough without the help of a jagged coral reef (improbably far from any coastline) slicing through the aircraft’s undercarriage.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Apr. 2026
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Known for their jagged peaks, glacial lakes, and vast icefields, the Canadian Rockies are among the world’s most stunning mountain ranges, forming a natural divide between Alberta and British Columbia.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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The thick and chunky line means something.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
24 Apr. 2026
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Puffy clouds amble over chunky meringue-peak mountains.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Junior starter Colin Jack settled in after a rough third inning to pitch a complete game for Batavia (9-9-1, 5-3).—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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It's garnered a reputation for rough conditions for people in custody and guards alike over its history.—
Amethyst Martinez,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Fjord country is a rugged aquatic realm where, satisfyingly, ferries are essential to getting around.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Apr. 2026
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Natural beauty also shines along the rugged coastline and in the sparkling turquoise waters.—
Catherine Garcia,
TheWeek,
30 Apr. 2026
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Beyond batter and dough, nut flours lend delicate flavor and nubby texture to drinks such as a horchata, help thicken sauces, and make a creamy and decadent pastry layer.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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Why else show nubby fleece trousers with a coordinating striped jacket, which nobody needs but would be a hoot to wear?—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Lumpy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lumpy. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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