1
as in silky
smooth or delicate in appearance or feel
the silken texture of the synthetic fabric
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2
as in luxurious
showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort
she was unaccustomed to living in such silken surroundings
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Recent Examples of silken
Prasad unearths evidence that one of the earliest city builders, the Indus Valley Civilization (7,000 BCE to 3,500 BCE), wove silken garments.
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William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
On the palate, notes of fresh tobacco, tart citrus and white cedar are accompanied by a remarkable silken mouthfeel.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 27 Nov. 2024
Then, add silken tofu or avocado in the filling to add creaminess and (even more) protein.
—Angela Haupt, TIME, 25 Nov. 2024
Brereton Diaz submits, trembling, unable to resist Schar's silken cranial caress.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 17 Aug. 2024
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William A. Haseltine, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
On the palate, notes of fresh tobacco, tart citrus and white cedar are accompanied by a remarkable silken mouthfeel.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 27 Nov. 2024
Then, add silken tofu or avocado in the filling to add creaminess and (even more) protein.
—Angela Haupt, TIME, 25 Nov. 2024
Brereton Diaz submits, trembling, unable to resist Schar's silken cranial caress.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 17 Aug. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for silken
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Guests can participate in a chocolate-making class, from toasting and grinding beans into a silky smooth chocolate paste, or join a Mayan cooking class to experience hand-pressing tortillas and making traditional hot chocolate from scratch.—
Kaila Yu,
Forbes,
10 Jan. 2025
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Despite the frequent color treatments, Rowland’s hair maintained a silky finish, taking us back to her SoftSheen Carson ads in the 2000s.—
India Espy-Jones,
Essence,
10 Jan. 2025
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Check in here: After 26.2 grueling miles, rest up in the luxurious Five-Star Shangri-La Vancouver.—
Forbes Travel Guide,
Forbes,
12 Jan. 2025
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Subtle Sage Green Decor Idea In this formal living space, a pair of accent chairs upholstered in a luxurious sage green velvet fabric bring in a refreshing pop of color.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Jan. 2025
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Pop a satin version on top of your usual night-out curls to make the 'do feel glamorous.—
Jasmine Washington,
Seventeen,
18 Jan. 2023
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From satin pillowcases to a hydrating moisturizer, all of these products are on sale for less than $25.—
Isabel Garcia,
Peoplemag,
13 Jan. 2023
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One Madison’s slate of attractions includes a public gym (run by Chelsea Piers Fitness) so spacious and luxuriant that members might be tempted to move in.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
21 Nov. 2024
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This was a man who had lengthy experience in surviving far from luxuriant conditions, firstly from his time living with the destitute of Paris and London as part of his first successful non-fiction volume and secondly as a fighter for the Republican cause in the Spanish Civil War.—
Rob Crossan,
JSTOR Daily,
15 Nov. 2024
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However, the cozy and soft feel of the fabric is ideal for chillier temps.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2025
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As the discipline matures, soft skills such as communication and cross-functional teamwork will prove just as critical as technical acumen.—
Srikanta Datta,
Forbes,
9 Jan. 2025
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More than 1,000 cabins are in the deluxe balcony category and can sleep up to four guests.—
Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Jan. 2025
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The Atlanta rapper recently dropped off the deluxe version of his fourth solo album WHAM and is planning on releasing another project entitled Dominique some time in February.—
Angel Diaz,
Billboard,
15 Jan. 2025
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“Silken.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/silken. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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