knurly

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for knurly
nubby
Adjective
  • These simple bars with a nubby, crumbly topping hold up well for travel, easily feed a crowd and are maximally adaptable.
    Melissa Clark, New York Times, 21 May 2025
  • However, its nubby reign in richer colors, patterns, and sometimes still in those lighter hues is up for designer debate.
    Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 12 May 2025
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“Knurly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/knurly. Accessed 9 Jun. 2025.

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