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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

Critics said the car, with its ultra-long bonnet and chunky wheels, was a departure from the E-Type maker's roots.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

The song dissolves with another harp glissando that’s seamlessly replaced by the chunky, churning beat of “Heaven Must Be Missing an Angel.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 25, 2026

The ’80s-inspired living room is filled with vintage technology, including chunky phones, old keyboards and portable TVs.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

She has on two heavy rings, one with a turquoise, and chunky square earrings, and a silver bracelet: Mexican silver.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood




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