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silken

[sil-kuhn] / ˈsɪl kən /


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In a debut, Mr. Miyake gave a more silken and nuanced portrayal, shaping his lighter-than-air moments of elevation with turns to give his character an ardent and flourished sweep.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026

Stirred into the steaming ditalini, the yolk turned silken and rich, cloaking the broth in the sort of luxurious texture that makes you briefly forget modern life altogether.

From Salon ● May 12, 2026

It’s also a perfect moment to sneak in some supportive protein: protein powder, silken tofu, or nut butters.

From Salon ● Jan. 29, 2026

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

Yet as she went by, she pressed a silken cloth to her nose as if to block the offending street stench.

From "Crispin: The Cross of Lead" by Avi




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