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  • noun The condition of being boxy

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Examples

  • The strap means it can bounce around on your hip and it won't fall off; the boxiness gives it a kind of treasure-trunk mystery.

    How to dress: Clutch control 2010

  • Together, these details relieve the inherent boxiness of the shed and on sunny days create shadow patterning that embellishes its visual interest.

    Outer Sanctum: Why we love to step outside the box to think inside the shed 2010

  • The phone now is in a more rounded design, if you will, taking away some of the boxiness of the original Chocolate.

    LG K800 Gold Edition Unboxing « Boy Genius Report 2007

  • It was practical and comfortable, and it even looked good in its boxiness.

    Personal Picks: Small SUVs, part 1 2007

  • It was practical and comfortable, and it even looked good in its boxiness.

    Personal Picks: Small SUVs, part 1 2007

  • I must admitt I am a tiny bit relieved that my stockingless legs weren't mentioned and my frizzy humid hot summer day hair was overlooked.. but at the same time I want to fully support your right and responsiblity to say what you say to our faces.. and when you blog things like the boxiness of our shape to one it helps us all.

    You DO Have A Shape, And It's Not Rectangular PeaceBang 2006

  • In general, the X5 has traded some of its boxiness for a sleeker, more modern look.

    Screamer Bimmer 2006

  • A coach hung in its vacuum, boxiness relieved by vivid hues and broad windows.

    The Stars Are Also Fire Anderson, Poul, 1926-2001 1994

  • A coach hung in its vacuum, boxiness relieved by vivid hues and broad windows.

    The Stars Are Also Fire Anderson, Poul, 1926-2001 1994

  • Fortunately, the case is cut close enough to the Tilt 2 and Touch Pro 2 the boxiness isn't too uncomfortable.

    WMExperts George Ponder 2010

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    January 11, 2016