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clunky

[kluhng-kee] / ˈklʌŋ ki /






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Early investors often have astronomical gains on paper—SpaceX, for instance, was worth a measly $30.5 billion in 2018—but selling shares on the secondary market can get clunky.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

The editing workflow is a little clunky, and I wanted to highlight sections to discuss and track the AI’s changes—more granular control.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Elsewhere, Kam Patterson continued his streak of clunky “Update” segments, this time vying for a date with Megan Thee Stallion after her breakup with NBA player Klay Thompson.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

Havertz scored by pressing City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, and without his work-rate and intelligence for large parts of this season, the Arsenal attack has looked clunky at times.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Ms. Udell pushed her clunky wooden chair toward the classroom door.

From "George" by Alex Gino




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