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chunky

[chuhng-kee] / ˈtʃʌŋ ki /


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Architects Billie Tsien and Tod Williams brushed off criticism, saying that Obama himself was inspired by the chunky works of the modernist Romanian sculptor.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Andy initially thought he was dealing with a baby hog - but as it came to the surface he realised it was in fact a chunky adult male.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

The shoes sport chunky soles with rigid, curved carbon plates and lightweight foam, and Nike asserts they improve running economy by as much as 4%.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 27, 2026

With its buttons, chunky receiver and expanding curly cord, it gives a 1990s look with 2020s functionality.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

No, he was curious about this Brylcreem guy, now you mentioned it, and he took the picture from Cletus’s chunky hand and studied it.

From "Missing May" by Cynthia Rylant




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