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as in consistency
the degree to which a fluid can resist flowing
the simple fact that molasses has greater density than room-temperature water
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as in thickness
the quality or state of lacking intelligence or quickness of mind
only a person with the proverbial density of concrete could have missed that clue
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Recent Examples of density
However, the density of the fabric may not be the best choice for hot sleepers in the long term.
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Carrie Honaker, Southern Living, 22 May 2025
The development was laid out to maximize views, green space and access to the waterfront, while maintaining density through compact street and lot design.
—Eran Ben-Joseph, The Conversation, 19 May 2025
It’s made from high density memory foam that offers support and is covered in plush corduroy.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 16 May 2025
Skinner, perhaps best known until now as an internet comedian, smuggles in his commentary on gender relations and sexuality via absurdist sequences and an impressive joke density.
—Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 15 May 2025
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Carrie Honaker, Southern Living, 22 May 2025
The development was laid out to maximize views, green space and access to the waterfront, while maintaining density through compact street and lot design.
—Eran Ben-Joseph, The Conversation, 19 May 2025
It’s made from high density memory foam that offers support and is covered in plush corduroy.
—Shea Simmons, People.com, 16 May 2025
Skinner, perhaps best known until now as an internet comedian, smuggles in his commentary on gender relations and sexuality via absurdist sequences and an impressive joke density.
—Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 15 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for density
Recent Examples of Synonyms for density
Noun
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Character is measured in consistency, and your long-term impact within community is being shaped now.—
Colin Bedell,
Them.,
28 May 2025
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The idea is to align your goals with your authentic self and approach them with compassion and consistency.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2025
Noun
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Cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part the chicken registers 165 degrees, 10 to 14 minutes longer, depending on thickness.—
Lynda Balslev,
Mercury News,
21 May 2025
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The formula plays well with all hair textures and thicknesses, adding silkiness without weighing things down (just don't overdo it—a little goes a long way).—
Amanda Mitchell,
Allure,
16 May 2025
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These blushes have soft, creamy, and looser consistences that people use for a more dewy, glowy look, but there’s nothing like the natural finish that a powder blush provides.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2025
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The league hasn’t seen this level of consistence performance on both ends of the floor since the Golden State Warriors from 2014-2017.—
Tom Rende,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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“Density.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/density. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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