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spiky

[spahy-kee] / ˈspaɪ ki /
















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“SNL” is no stranger to spiky sketch comedy takes on motherhood: remember “Mom Jeans?”

From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026

The sauce should feel awake — not spiky, not sour — just balanced enough that the richness doesn’t linger too long.

From Salon • Apr. 7, 2026

Ellis Genge lacked his usual spiky physicality in the loose.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

His soliloquies have helped hook a huge audience into the spiky worldview of the show.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 6, 2025

He scooted farther down, wincing as the spiky durian rinds jabbed into his skin.

From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat




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