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Recent Examples of broody The result was a mash-up of Ralph Lauren signatures that felt broodier, a little more bohemian, and, in that, perhaps a touch more eclectic. Nick Remsen, CNN Money, 18 Apr. 2025 Misfit is a patchouli-amber number that feels broodier and sophisticated, yet manages to wear light enough year-round. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2023 Prosecco, perfect in an Aperol Spritz, just adds too much enthusiasm to what is a broodier drink. Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 11 Mar. 2023 And she's torn between two love interests, a pair of basically interchangeable broody white boys, à la Felicity. A.a. Dowd, Chron, 21 Nov. 2022 Lautner starred as Jacob in all four movies alongside Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson, who played Bella Swan and her broody vampire boyfriend Edward Cullen, respectively. Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 27 Aug. 2022 One of the latest YA entries, Netflix's adaptation of Sarah Dessen's Along for the Ride, centers a food fight at a summer BBQ as a key part of Auden's (Emma Pasarow) coming-of-age and her central romance with broody BMX biker, Eli (Belmont Camelli). Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 15 June 2022 It's filled with hilarious banter, quirky community, and a romantic connection between an exuberant lawyer and a broody ex-Marine that is both incredibly sweet and scorching hot. Alamin Yohannes, EW.com, 12 Feb. 2022 In his English-language debut, Carax centres on Henry (Driver), a broody stand-up comedian, and Ann (Cotillard), a world-famous opera singer, who fall in love and have a daughter named Annette. Natalie Morin, refinery29.com, 20 Apr. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for broody
Adjective
  • Feisty, single, and prone to melancholy, Agathe works in Paris’ legendary Shakespeare and Company bookstore.
    Peter Rainer, Christian Science Monitor, 21 May 2025
  • Part of this is undoubtedly the work of director Dean Fleischer Camp, who is best known for directing the equally charming and melancholy Marcel the Shell With Shoes On.
    EW.com, EW.com, 20 May 2025
Adjective
  • While these fears may be well-founded, our response should not be to reject crypto altogether, but rather embrace thoughtful policies to mitigate risks, protect consumers, and promote transparency.
    Jeremy Cooney, New York Daily News, 30 May 2025
  • The clean ingredients and thoughtful composition show that Dossier put real care into creating something special.
    Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 30 May 2025
Adjective
  • These many watering holes are reflective of the Lone Star state's varied geographic regions, from bald cypress swamps to mountainous desert lakes.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 31 May 2025
  • The actress goes on to stay that specific moment is reflective of why their relationship flourishes.
    Raven Brunner, People.com, 31 May 2025
Adjective
  • Anderson proves worthy of some knockout emotional moments, Jamie Lee Curtis shines as a feisty cocktail waitress, and Dave Bautista steals scenes as the show's pensive stage manager.
    Brian Truitt, USA Today, 24 May 2025
  • For a few seconds, save for a piano playing a few pensive notes, there was silence.
    Edwin Goei, Los Angeles Times, 16 May 2025
Adjective
  • At The Donum Estate, Oracle has found not just a physical home, but a spiritual one—a place where Biggers’ layered histories, material choices, and contemplative intentions converge into a singular, powerful experience.
    Okla Jones, Essence, 28 May 2025
  • This stimulates your mind in a serious, contemplative way.
    Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 25 May 2025

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“Broody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/broody. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.

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