SCALY Synonyms: 5 Similar and Opposite Words

scaly

adjective

ˈskā-lē

Definition of scaly

as in scaled

composed of or covered with scales the snake's scaly skin was dry to the touch

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Recent Examples of scaly The spa’s wellness pods mimic the scaly exterior of the endangered Sunda pangolin. — Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026 But lurking in the grasslands and forest clearings of at least two southeastern counties is a scaly intruder that state wildlife officials say poses a serious threat to native animals and crops alike. — Christopher Harris, CBS News, 4 June 2026 Many tried and true cultivars like 'Blue Chip' and 'Blue Rug' feature scaly blue-green foliage, while several new varieties have bright yellow to gold foliage that shifts color with the seasons. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 3 May 2026 The revered scaly beast — who supposedly once lived in nearby sewers — now honorably rests in of all places, the diocesan Museum of Sacred Art filled with images of Christ and the Virgin Mary. — Norma Meyer, Oc Register, 27 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for scaly

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Those headaches were worth it when scaled media businesses threw off gushers of cash and provided a cultural imprimatur that few other assets could.

— Rohan Goswami, semafor.com, 29 June 2026
Many organizations are experimenting with AI in HR but have yet to achieve scaled impact.

— Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 17 June 2026

Definition of scaled

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Then, in December 2025, Coulier revealed he had been recently diagnosed with p16 squamous carcinoma, a type of head and neck cancer found at the base of his tongue.

— Diana Pearl, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026
Summit plans to report progression-free survival results from squamous patients in the global Harmoni-3 trial in the second half of this year.

— Angelica Peebles, CNBC, 31 May 2026

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