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Recent Examples of mushy Juicy and tender, yes, not falling off the bones mushy. 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
  • 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
  • Especially when getting rid of sentimental items is involved.
    Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • The refrigerator is still your savior if for some reason your cookies seem too soft.
    Tammy Algood, The Tennessean, 3 Feb. 2025
  • 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
Adjective
  • 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
  • That may not seem very secure, but sticky stuff is often the best thing for the job.
    David Szondy, New Atlas, 2 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • In lieu of the standard tuxedo, consider a pleated skirt like Oscar Isaac, a floppy tie like Josh O’Connor, or a formal scarf like Damiano David.
    Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2025
  • On top of her dark wavy hair sat a big, floppy fur hat.
    Robyn Merrett, StyleCaster, 30 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • 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
  • 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
Adjective
  • 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
  • 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
  • Statewide, water supplies are currently sufficient after two wet years.
    Ari Plachta, Sacramento Bee, 27 Jan. 2025
  • One side pocket offers mesh zipper pouches and slots for brushes and tools, while the other one is waterproof for wet/dry items.
    Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 26 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • There is a desire for something more casual, soft, and squishy.
    Mark Holgate, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024
  • By ‘Beeping’ Sound At 5:30 AM Stunned At What Toddler Is Doing By Alia Shoaib News Reporter 3 An 8-year-old girl suffered facial burns after microwaving a popular squishy toy known as a NeeDoh.
    Michael Gfoeller And David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025

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“Mushy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mushy. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.

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