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starchy
adjective as in formal, stiff
Strongest match
Example Sentences
Sondergard demonstrated a sense of grandeur, sometimes shattering, other times starchy.
His first big win was a tapioca substitute nicknamed “Mitchell’s mud”—a gelatinous, starchy blend designed to keep soldiers full in the field.
And they are sweeter and more crisp in texture — I’ve found that fresh peas are often quite starchy and mushy once cooked.
This is a great recipe to help you get familiar with the power of starchy cooking water, the importance of low heat, and the magic of emulsification.
This is a simple one: Merely add a splash of starchy cooking water, plain water or even a bit of stock or broth to help loosen up the richness.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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