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silky

[sil-kee] / ˈsɪl ki /


Example Sentences

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The fragrance of rose makes hair seem silkier, for instance.

From Science Daily

I run my fingers across the silky fabric, careful not to wrinkle it again.

From Literature

Someone instructs you to tear off pieces and dip them in the accompanying guava and plantain chutneys, silky chickpea curry and punchy pepper jelly, pooled around a peninsula of tangy cultured butter.

From The Wall Street Journal

For the pastina, I cook finely chopped carrots, onions, and celery until soft, then remove and blend about half until silky smooth.

From Salon

Generous chunks of chicken are coated in a silky, spiced sauce made with crushed tomatoes, cream, onions, garlic, ginger and butter.

From Salon