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Rubbery

usgb/ˈrʌbəri/Volume
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Helps describe the consistency of food or other materials, not just rubber itself. SlideHer homemade jello had a surprisingly rubbery texture.
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Often implies that something has an unexpectedly or unpleasantly firm texture. SlideThe baker's bread has a rubbery crust, it's too difficult to slice.
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It's most commonly used when talking about food that's overcooked or stale. SlideThe once-crispy fries from yesterday turned rubbery overnight.
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