as in large
of a size greater than average of its kind
bulky packages might cost more to mail
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Recent Examples of bulky
This Kensington Thunderbolt 5 dock is thick, heavy, and undeniably bulky.
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Luke Larsen, Wired News, 11 July 2025
Even after a sting, law enforcement must rent storage lockers for court to preserve bulky slot machines as evidence.
—Josh Salman, Miami Herald, 11 July 2025
Manufactured with comfort as the main priority, the intentionally bulky sneaker features the brand’s signature ABZORB midsole, a rubber outsole that’s especially durable in high-wear areas, and a phantom liner with minimal seaming to eliminate irritation.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 1 July 2025
Traditional ceiling fans come in limited styles, many of which feel dated or bulky.
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2025
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Luke Larsen, Wired News, 11 July 2025
Even after a sting, law enforcement must rent storage lockers for court to preserve bulky slot machines as evidence.
—Josh Salman, Miami Herald, 11 July 2025
Manufactured with comfort as the main priority, the intentionally bulky sneaker features the brand’s signature ABZORB midsole, a rubber outsole that’s especially durable in high-wear areas, and a phantom liner with minimal seaming to eliminate irritation.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 1 July 2025
Traditional ceiling fans come in limited styles, many of which feel dated or bulky.
—Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bulky
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In 2020, Latinx students were the largest group of Californians admitted to UC schools for the fall academic term, a critical turning point in the history of the system and a step closer to reflecting the changing demographics in an increasingly diverse and global society.—
Taryn Palumbo,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Cannon told the publication, citing how Jones reportedly left each of his children large inheritances.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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To unwind the settlement because of textual ambiguity could cause sizable harm.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
15 July 2025
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The hardest trays to install use a sizable collection of pieces and parts and require you to drill holes into your desk.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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Yet, unlike other federal agencies that received substantial boosts in budget and staffing, the Secret Service's resources grew only modestly.—
ByDonald J. Mihalek,
ABC News,
13 July 2025
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The Religious Freedom Restoration Act of 1993 prohibits state or federal governments from placing substantial burdens on a person's religious exercise except under certain conditions.—
Debra Utacia Krol,
AZCentral.com,
13 July 2025
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Tips: Removing taxes on tips would provide considerable advantages to service industry workers like restaurant staff, delivery drivers, and gig workers, who depend heavily on gratuities for a large portion of their income.—
Marley Malenfant,
Austin American Statesman,
8 July 2025
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The two largest third parties in 2025 are the Libertarian and Green Parties, though neither are registered in all 50 states, presenting a considerable barrier in efforts to compete with the Democrats and GOP.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
8 July 2025
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Night Light® is a handsome, compact variety, producing radiant golden foliage that takes on bronze and chartreuse hues in winter.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
4 July 2025
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The main building for what is now the Austin State Hospital is a handsome neoclassical structure designed for the asylum that chartered in 1856.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
4 July 2025
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The speaker explained that conservatives who voted against the rule want the crypto bills -- CLARITY, GENIUS and Anti CBDC Surveillance Act -- combined into one big package, rather than take separate standalone votes on each measure.—
Jay O'Brien,
ABC News,
15 July 2025
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However, there were also some big surprises — including Meghann Fahy scoring her first lead actress nomination for Sirens. Colman Domingo and Uzo Aduba also got some love from Emmy voters.—
Stephanie Wenger,
People.com,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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It’s located right next to the Sandbox in a tidy food truck but packs a big punch.—
Jeff Goudy,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Into that void steps AI: tidy, responsive, nonjudgmental.—
Kelly Monahan,
Fortune,
9 July 2025
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That's all much the same as on the 5 N. With the 6 N, though, Hyundai's engineers made some significant improvements in the car's virtual shifting, which is a huge part of what makes this series so much fun.—
Tim Stevens,
ArsTechnica,
14 July 2025
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Having an offensive mind as creative as Johnson will be a huge upgrade for Williams and the Bears.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 July 2025
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“Bulky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bulky. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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