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silken

[sil-kuhn] / ˈsɪl kən /


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A vegan version works just as well: silken tofu or vegan cream cheese blended with coconut cream and a little berry jam, perfect with grapes or berries.

From Salon • Mar. 9, 2026

He brought silken “descending dove” tone to his solo playing, but at low tone becoming more a voice from afar than soloist.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 24, 2026

For dessert, a slice of Basque cheesecake, no crust, just burnt sugar edges and silken center, served with fruit.

From Salon • Nov. 8, 2025

She is a supremely balanced runner with a galloping stride, a silken swerve and the daring to put them to use on the biggest stage.

From BBC • Sep. 26, 2025

Tufts of silken hair stood out all over his head and his breath was still sweet with milk.

From "The Birchbark House" by Louise Erdrich




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