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单词 chalky
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chalky

(tʃɔːki)
1. adjective
Something that is chalky contains chalk or is covered with chalk.
The chalky soil around Saumur produces the famous Anjou wines.
2. adjective
Something that is chalky is a pale dull colour or has a powdery texture.
Her face became a chalky white.

chalky in American English

(ˈtʃɔki)
adjectiveWord forms: ˈchalkier or ˈchalkiest
1. 
of, containing, or covered with chalk
2. 
like chalk in color or texture
Derived forms
chalkiness (ˈchalkiness)
noun

Examples of 'chalky' in a sentence
chalky

The voice turns as chalky white as her features.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
Her hair was dyed bright orange and her face was powdered a chalky white.
Louise Carpenter AN UNLIKELY COUNTESS: Lily Budge and the 13th Earl of Galloway (2004)
Top dressing also helps to build up the moisture retention on light sandy and chalky soils.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
The chalky white arms squeezing my back are as delicious and comforting as slabs of freshly baked ciabatta.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
The chalky pastel colours are really on-trend too.
The Sun (2013)
In seconds his body is cold, chalky white.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
All need light, chalky soil.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
It is bright and creamy, with a white chalky exterior, running fresh rich inside.
Smith, Drew Food Watch (1994)
Although fairly adaptable to a wide range of conditions, they are less happy on very dry or thin chalky soils and most dislike alkaline soils.
Bloom, Adrian Winter Garden Glory (1993)
WHERE can I get rhododendrons suitable for chalky soil?
The Sun (2011)
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