extra bulk

Frequency: 5.04.5 per million words

additional size or volume, often unwanted

bulkADJECTIVE + NOUN

Categories:

extra

Examples (10)

  • The winter coat is warm, but it adds a lot of extra bulk.
  • I'm looking for a sweater that provides warmth without any extra bulk.
  • He was worried the new workout routine would give him extra bulk rather than lean muscle.
  • The new packaging design successfully removes extra bulk, making it easier to ship.
  • While powerful, the older model of the laptop has some extra bulk that makes it less portable.
  • Modern insulation materials can provide excellent thermal resistance without adding extra bulk to the walls.
  • The editor suggested cutting the footnotes to eliminate extra bulk from the manuscript.
  • Users complained that the latest software update included a lot of extra bulk and unnecessary features.
  • This travel bag is designed to be lightweight and avoid extra bulk, perfect for carry-on.
  • A good tailor can alter the suit to remove the extra bulk around the waist.