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Silly Putty

American  
Trademark.
  1. a brand of children's claylike modeling substance that can be shaped, stretched, rolled into a ball and bounced, etc.


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It was pink and soft, with a satin edge and an oval stain caused by a regrettable interaction with Silly Putty.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 20, 2026

"Is rift formation more like glass breaking or like Silly Putty being pulled apart? That was the question," Olinger said.

From Science Daily Feb. 28, 2024

She also started playing with Silly Putty again, noting she felt comforted by the bouncy rubbery stuff that changes colors.

From Seattle Times Dec. 19, 2022

The 1950s also saw the release of Silly Putty in 1950, after its invention in 1943, according to Crayola.

From Fox News Dec. 10, 2021

A metal Slinky, Silly Putty poppers, and a bag of saltwater taffy.

From "Dumplin'" by Julie Murphy

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