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as in sentimental
appealing to the emotions in an obvious and tiresome way
a mushy love story
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as in soft
giving easily to the touch
mushy fruit that was obviously overripe
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Recent Examples of mushy
Juicy and tender, yes, not falling off the bones mushy.
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Leslie Kelly, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Many of the seeds were black, mushy and smelly, but some appeared to be healthy.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 Nov. 2024
Cooking the pasta separately from the soup prevents it from overcooking, becoming mushy, and continuing to absorb up the broth when stored.
—Nicole Hopper, Southern Living, 12 Jan. 2025
Calgary, Ottawa and Pittsburgh are in the mushy middle of the league (again), and their attendance reflects that.
—James Mirtle, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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Leslie Kelly, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Many of the seeds were black, mushy and smelly, but some appeared to be healthy.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 Nov. 2024
Cooking the pasta separately from the soup prevents it from overcooking, becoming mushy, and continuing to absorb up the broth when stored.
—Nicole Hopper, Southern Living, 12 Jan. 2025
Calgary, Ottawa and Pittsburgh are in the mushy middle of the league (again), and their attendance reflects that.
—James Mirtle, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for mushy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mushy
Adjective
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Their love story adds a sentimental layer that, in competing for narrative space, dilutes this send-up of American imperialism.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
26 Jan. 2025
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Especially when getting rid of sentimental items is involved.—
Rabekah Henderson,
Southern Living,
24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The refrigerator is still your savior if for some reason your cookies seem too soft.—
Tammy Algood,
The Tennessean,
3 Feb. 2025
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Though styled like a sharp chino, the material is soft, stretchy, and thus suitable for almost any activity — even working out, Lulu shoppers claim.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Feb. 2025
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The patented mold and disher was useful beyond ice cream, helping to serve other sticky foods like rice.—
Sarah Holzmann,
Smithsonian Magazine,
2 Feb. 2025
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That may not seem very secure, but sticky stuff is often the best thing for the job.—
David Szondy,
New Atlas,
2 Feb. 2025
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This floppy straw topper is totally foldable and packable — an essential feature for traveling with such a broad-brimmed hat.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Feb. 2025
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Remy has mostly black fur with brown patches all over, and large floppy ears to match.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
31 Jan. 2025
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The fabric is breathable and lightweight without feeling thin or flimsy and the fit is slightly oversized, which gives it a relaxed and casual look that isn’t sloppy.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Jan. 2025
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In the week leading up to Donald Trump’s inauguration, a brief but sloppy food fight broke out between the Trump team and the outgoing Biden administration over who deserves credit for finalizing a cease-fire deal in the Gaza Strip.—
Noah Rothman,
National Review,
24 Jan. 2025
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The ground was covered in a spongy synthetic mat, according to Rocky Merz at the Cincinnati Parks Department.—
Jennie Key,
The Enquirer,
2 Nov. 2024
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While sized more like a cookie, madeleines are small, spongy cakes that can be flavored simply with vanilla or modified to incorporate fruit, coffee, chocolate and more.—
Cece Pascual,
Washington Post,
19 July 2024
Adjective
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Statewide, water supplies are currently sufficient after two wet years.—
Ari Plachta,
Sacramento Bee,
27 Jan. 2025
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That was true two years ago, when wet weather conditions and low commodity prices made their crop farming a financial challenge.—
Ames Alexander,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Jan. 2025
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There is a desire for something more casual, soft, and squishy.—
Mark Holgate,
Vogue,
18 Dec. 2024
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Soft and Squishy Floors Soft and squishy floors can indicate rot and decay in the floor system, which could be caused by water damage, termite damage, or more. Solution: The best way to uncover the cause of your soft floors is to go under your house and inspect the floor system.—
Kamron Sanders,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Jan. 2025
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“Mushy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mushy. Accessed 8 Feb. 2025.
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