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as in adhesive
tending to adhere to objects upon contact
both sides of the tape are sticky, making it a little tricky to work with
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as in humid
containing or characterized by an uncomfortable amount of moisture
a warm sticky day when all we wanted to do was sit somewhere with air-conditioning
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as in difficult
requiring exceptional skill or caution in performance or handling
an especially sticky conversation about money matters
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as in sentimental
appealing to the emotions in an obvious and tiresome way
sticky love scenes that will bore cynics to death
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Recent Examples of sticky
The soft gray material does seal to the skin without being sticky.
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Lisa Wood Shapiro, Wired News, 18 Apr. 2025
Its ability to effectively tackle syrup, however, wasn’t as successful, but then again, show me a cleaning product that removes sticky, gluey maple syrup in just one swipe.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2025
The telltale signs range from sticky, clammy skin to having moisture on your windows and walls.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
In an interview with Fox Business on Wednesday, Dimon said rising interest rates, sticky inflation, and widening credit spreads are setting the stage for a wave of financial strain among U.S. companies.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
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Lisa Wood Shapiro, Wired News, 18 Apr. 2025
Its ability to effectively tackle syrup, however, wasn’t as successful, but then again, show me a cleaning product that removes sticky, gluey maple syrup in just one swipe.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2025
The telltale signs range from sticky, clammy skin to having moisture on your windows and walls.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
In an interview with Fox Business on Wednesday, Dimon said rising interest rates, sticky inflation, and widening credit spreads are setting the stage for a wave of financial strain among U.S. companies.
—Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sticky
Adjective
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Phone grips have been around for a while, popularized by PopSockets, but the ones in this guide attach via magnets instead of an adhesive or a clamp.—
Brenda Stolyar,
Wired News,
6 Apr. 2025
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At the same time, improving the adhesive strips in the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max.—
Janhoi McGregor,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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Weather Hot, humid, or rainy conditions can add significant time to your marathon.—
Sohaib Imtiaz,
Verywell Health,
17 Apr. 2025
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Except that greenhouses are hot, humid, and full of pests.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The Whitecaps won games in Mexico, which is difficult to do.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
24 Apr. 2025
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The task for Denver tonight will be that much more difficult if Michael Porter Jr. (shoulder) is unavailable or limited.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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After some sentimental speeches, Bracco and Macli exchanged rings.—
Dave Quinn,
People.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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The sentimental old-school racer who now sees his legacy not just in trophies, but in the people holding his hand in Victory Lane.—
Greg Engle,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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For leather, remove the laces and soak them in warm water with baking soda, while wiping down the shoes’ exterior with a damp or soapy cloth.—
Hillary Maglin,
Travel + Leisure,
17 Apr. 2025
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Damp rated: Ceiling fans labeled as damp rated can be installed inside or outside, as they are designed to withstand spaces with some moisture—like covered patios.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
16 Apr. 2025
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Published in English, Tehelka had a small circulation but an outsized reputation for tough investigations.—
Andrew Marantz,
New Yorker,
28 Apr. 2025
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Jimmie Woods-Gray, a member of the city’s fire commission, said that cutting the Equity Bureau is a necessary step in a tough budget year.—
Noah Goldberg,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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The Trump administration has been accused of being sloppy in selecting its targets for arrest and deportation, with critics accusing them of relying on tattoo symbols and clothing to make their allegations of gang affiliation.—
Jonathan Easley,
The Hill,
21 Apr. 2025
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Given publicly available information and pages of corrections Tyler provided to the reporters, the editorial board’s commentary is at best sloppy.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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For those with sensitive skin, this formula is fragrance-, paraben-, and dye-free.—
Macaela MacKenzie,
Glamour,
24 Apr. 2025
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Historically, he's been sensitive to them, but his focus seems more on pushing his agenda than chasing approval numbers.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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“Sticky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sticky. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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