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as in consistency
the degree to which a fluid can resist flowing
beat the eggs and sugar until the mixture has the thickness of heavy cream
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as in density
the quality or state of lacking intelligence or quickness of mind
turkeys are now known to be smarter than once thought, refuting their reputation for thickness
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Recent Examples of thickness
Roast until the chicken is cooked through the center (an instant-read thermometer should register 165 degrees when inserted in the thickest part), 25 to 30 minutes, depending on the thickness of the meat.
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Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 17 Oct. 2025
There was a difference the thickness of cigarette paper between the two studios.
—Jay Glennie, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2025
Their desirability is based on factors such as their age, patina, length, thickness, and smoothness.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2025
While sensitivity to cold can vary by factors like a dog's health, age, size, coat thickness, and more, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) warns no dog should be left outdoors amid below-freezing temperatures (below 32 degrees Fahrenheit).
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 13 Oct. 2025
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Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 17 Oct. 2025
There was a difference the thickness of cigarette paper between the two studios.
—Jay Glennie, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2025
Their desirability is based on factors such as their age, patina, length, thickness, and smoothness.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2025
While sensitivity to cold can vary by factors like a dog's health, age, size, coat thickness, and more, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) warns no dog should be left outdoors amid below-freezing temperatures (below 32 degrees Fahrenheit).
—Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 13 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thickness
Noun
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This approach could help commercial beekeepers keep colonies stable during pollination or honey production seasons when consistency matters most.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
27 Oct. 2025
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The sheer volume and consistency of these reports challenge traditional explanations for UFOs.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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By comparison, the latest prototypes from Helix, Donut Labs, H3X, and Equipmake offer power densities between 13 and 25kW/kg, still less than half of YASA’s new record.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
24 Oct. 2025
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The cushions are made of high-density sponge, while the cover is velvety soft and machine-washable.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The success from the Chicago Cubs this season can be attributed to several different things: the presence of Kyle Tucker in the lineup, the emergence of Pete Crow-Armstrong and Seiya Suzuki as two of the biggest run producers in the league, or even the consistence of the starting rotation.—
Andrew Wright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 June 2025
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These blushes have soft, creamy, and looser consistences that people use for a more dewy, glowy look, but there’s nothing like the natural finish that a powder blush provides.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2025
Noun
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While everyone else hustles about, the sloth knows that in slowness there is safety and success.—
Kate Siber,
Outside,
21 Oct. 2025
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Utility Redux’s earthy color stories, functional design and natural overdyes mirrors the growing appeal of slowness and simplicity.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
17 Oct. 2025
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To thank is peony root extract, which visibly improves dullness and uneven tone, and the powder’s color-correcting pigments.—
Deanna Pai,
Allure,
23 Oct. 2025
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These oil-serum hybrids are designed to target visible signs of aging, such as dullness, fine lines and fatigue, while establishing a holistic cycle of external protection and internal regulation.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Thickness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thickness. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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