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clunky

[kluhng-kee] / ˈklʌŋ ki /






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The clunky machine had around the same amount of computing power as a modern-day toaster.

From MarketWatch • May 23, 2026

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

He wears a clunky silver space helmet and holds a rocket in his hands.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

“Sisters in Yellow” is marred in places by clunky exposition and overextended scenes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The laces in her clunky shoes match her dress—Millie’s idea, of course.

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy




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