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mushy

adjective

ˈmə-shē How to pronounce mushy (audio)
Definition of mushynext
1
as in sentimental
appealing to the emotions in an obvious and tiresome way a mushy love story

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2
as in soft
giving easily to the touch mushy fruit that was obviously overripe

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Recent Examples of mushy Delicate Vegetables Tender vegetables like asparagus and spinach lose their texture and flavor after hours in the slow cooker, turning mushy, muted, and underwhelming. — Anne Wolf, Martha Stewart, 6 Sep. 2026 However, don’t expect the Gallagher Brothers to get all mushy in the documentary. — Ellise Shafer, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026 Whole Avocados Whole avocados turn brown and mushy when thawed. — Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026 Detroit Red Wings The Red Wings have missed the playoffs by slim margins three years in a row with 91, 86 and 92 points respectively, which is a perfect snapshot of the mushy middle. — Harman Dayal, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mushy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mushy
  1. sentimental
  2. soft
  3. sticky
  4. floppy
  5. sloppy
  6. spongy
  7. fuzzy
  8. squishy
Adjective
  • For Sombr, being a part of these celebrations—a decade after his passing—was sentimental and special.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Display sentimental items like letters, china, or trinkets creatively, using them in daily life.
    — Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2026
Definition of sentimental
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  • In keeping with the brand’s spirit of generosity, the initial stock of Bali gin and Scotch whisky, beer, soft beverages such as jamu, and locally made artisanal snacks such as Krakakoa Chocolate is gratis.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Roses and a soft orange nod to the way light catches on its facades.
    — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of soft
Adjective
  • Harnessing a specific type of wallpaper, called NuWallpaper, this creation leaves no sticky residue in its wake and will stick to pretty much anything that’s flat.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Growers commonly use sticky traps, often tapes or red spheres that resemble ripening apples, along with chemical or food-based lures, to attract adult flies.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of sticky
Adjective
  • That friction, between floppy and finely made, sits at the heart of Esh’s ever-evolving vision for his namesake label.
    — Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The outer leaves of the cabbage should look crisp, not wilted or floppy.
    — Laura Manzano, Martha Stewart, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of floppy
Adjective
  • The Mets allowed four earned runs in an exceptionally sloppy third inning, losing a 3-2 lead.
    — Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 26 Sep. 2026
  • But that response, or leadership — a trait teammates and coaches see far more from Herbert than the public — is one of several reasons why the Chargers are supporting their quarterback despite the offense’s sloppy start to the season.
    — Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of sloppy
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  • Adding a thin layer of organic compost can help break down thatch, a spongy layer of dead and living organic matter that exceeds 1/2-inch thick between the green grass and the soil.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Spongy Olives Olives that become spongy or develop pink or red tinges are spoiled.
    — Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of spongy
Adjective
  • This pair is covered in a soft, fuzzy liner for extra cushion.
    — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Treat it as an excuse to wear more outspoken pieces from here on out, whether this implies bright-and-striped sweaters or fuzzy, quirky boat shoes.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of fuzzy
Adjective
  • Mushy yellow leaves, squishy brown roots, and wet potting mix that won’t dry out are all signs something is wrong.
    — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Now, researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have translated that exact squishy, decentralized magic into a microscopic computing innovation.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of squishy

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“Mushy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mushy. Accessed 1 Oct. 2026.

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