lanky

Example Sentences

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He was dismissed by the lanky spinner and afterwards appeared to question the legitimacy of his bowling action.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

At 6-foot-4 and 200 pounds, Michael was still growing into his lanky frame and taking classes at Ohio State.

From Slate • Jan. 13, 2026

"I really love it," the lanky 14-year-old said, "because I can talk in person with my classmates again."

From Barron's • Dec. 17, 2025

The imposingly lanky, gracefully handsome Elordi, born in Australia, has risen in profile over the last few years, thanks to roles in the hit series “Euphoria” and the psychosexual class-climbing thriller “Saltburn.”

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2025

Across the aisle, lanky, curly-haired Dylan, his finger stabbing the air, talks down at Kelvin, A’Leia, and DeShon.

From "Paradise on Fire" by Jewell Parker Rhodes