svelte
Example Sentences
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Although they appear svelte in the summer, they pack on the pounds for winter, when their fur also becomes thicker.
From New York Times
Last month, in the journal Diversity, Mr. Engelman concluded that these ancient fish maxed out at only 13 feet and were shaped more like stocky tuna than svelte sharks.
From New York Times
Incandescent red lipstick followed, as did a svelte faux fur coat — another gift.
From New York Times
The characters at the starting line had expensive shoes and svelte garments.
From Seattle Times
Most of my friends and family have all purchased svelte Apple Watches.
From The Verge
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
