as in warm
having or showing kindly feeling and sincere interest
she's gotten very palsy-walsy with the boss all of a sudden
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The Nulu fabric is buttery-soft, sweat-wicking, and warm without overheating.—
Nicol Natale,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025 -
First, warm soil temperatures combined with moderate air temperatures in early autumn create ideal grass seed germination conditions.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Oct. 2025
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In warm weather that means competitive golf tournaments, friendly tennis clinics, outdoor summer concerts, and a calendar full of signature community events.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
23 Oct. 2025
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Wear them with a simple long-sleeve top or T-shirt for a casual look, or add a blazer and heels for an office-friendly outfit.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Palsy-walsy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/palsy-walsy. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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