as in sticky
appealing to the emotions in an obvious and tiresome way
drippy romance novels that are apparently intended for the terminally lovesick
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Recent Examples of drippy
The budget line for drippy-looking electric candles alone must be through the roof.
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Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 30 Sep. 2025
Gregor: There’s like a water drippy kind of sound to it.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 1 Aug. 2025
This can make your arrangement look more natural and cover any drippy glue.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 June 2025
Ariella, 3, savored a drippy vanilla cone; a baby named Kaida licked a spoonful of chocolate, with help from her big brother, Bryant.
—Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 6 May 2025
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Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 30 Sep. 2025
Gregor: There’s like a water drippy kind of sound to it.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 1 Aug. 2025
This can make your arrangement look more natural and cover any drippy glue.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 June 2025
Ariella, 3, savored a drippy vanilla cone; a baby named Kaida licked a spoonful of chocolate, with help from her big brother, Bryant.
—Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 6 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for drippy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for drippy
Adjective
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From a nervous system perspective, this makes the pattern especially sticky.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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The formula melts into the skin in seconds and doesn’t feel sticky or heavy.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
25 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Taken together, these habits point to a less sentimental but more durable understanding of love.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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Take Your Time First and foremost, experts agree that organizing and decluttering family photos and other sentimental keepsakes cannot be rushed.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
22 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Jeans This ‘90s-style denim by Levi’s has a slightly slouchy fit (that doesn’t border on the side of sloppy) with a straight leg.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
20 Jan. 2026
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The same traits—sloppy reasoning but a desire for collective punishment—animate other immigration-policy announcements.—
Idrees Kahloon,
The Atlantic,
18 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Just look at Serena Williams’ wet waves and Kerry Washington’s braids.—
Essence,
Essence,
26 Jan. 2026
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Hydroplaning is the term for when a vehicle begins sliding uncontrollably on wet roads.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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While dates become fuzzy, no one has forgotten 2021's Winter Storm URI.—
Robbie Owens,
CBS News,
23 Jan. 2026
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Made from a fuzzy material and featuring an adjustable tie belt, the robe delivers a comfortable and customized fit.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
22 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The warm, ooey, gooey sweetness of blueberries layered with French toast is a family-favorite.—
Emma Ashe,
Southern Living,
14 Jan. 2026
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When TikToker Courtney Cooke shared her baked sweet potato stuffed with gooey American cheese, the snack quickly went viral.—
Kathleen Ferraro,
Verywell Health,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Drippy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/drippy. Accessed 29 Jan. 2026.
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