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as in muddy
full of or covered with soft wet earth
the slushy racetrack resulted in a significantly slower time for the winning horse
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as in sentimental
appealing to the emotions in an obvious and tiresome way
slushy music underscores the movie's emotional scenes
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Recent Examples of slushy
That means this cocktail is a cinch to make as a slushy.
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2025
Process syrup, lemon juice, bourbon, and ice cubes in a blender on low speed, gradually increasing speed, until thick and slushy, about 45 seconds.
—Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 30 June 2025
Along with usual convenience store offerings – like candy, snacks and gum – the Franklin Sheetz also has a beer cave, and slushy and milkshake machines.
—Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Urban Vines Winery and Brewery has a party on Saturday, complete with a green lime and mint slushy.
—Kaitlin Lange, IndyStar, 12 Mar. 2025
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 July 2025
Process syrup, lemon juice, bourbon, and ice cubes in a blender on low speed, gradually increasing speed, until thick and slushy, about 45 seconds.
—Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 30 June 2025
Along with usual convenience store offerings – like candy, snacks and gum – the Franklin Sheetz also has a beer cave, and slushy and milkshake machines.
—Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
Urban Vines Winery and Brewery has a party on Saturday, complete with a green lime and mint slushy.
—Kaitlin Lange, IndyStar, 12 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for slushy
Adjective
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Officials recommend that volunteers wear closed-toe shoes and clothes that can get muddy, the release said.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
31 July 2025
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Two days before Francisco Rodriguez of Kansas City, Kansas, died on the job, a contractor in charge of marking sewer and water lines expressed concern about muddy conditions making the construction site a potential hazard.—
Matthew Kelly
July 30,
Kansas City Star,
30 July 2025
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The sentimental choice only made the moment even more special, with William explaining why the sapphire piece was so close to his heart.—
Ariana Quihuiz,
People.com,
3 Aug. 2025
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Attempting to reward the robust patronage with a World Series-winning run is not a mere sentimental notion.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Despite skyrocketing prices for TV rights from name-brand sports leagues, even smaller streaming services know their future will be driven in part by that particularly sticky tune-in driver for audiences.—
David Bloom,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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For dried or sticky grease, Marshall suggests switching to dish soap diluted in water and rubbing gently with a soft sponge or microfiber cloth.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
14 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The turmoil dates back to a somewhat sloppy performance at a charity show at London’s Royal Albert Hall in March.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
4 Aug. 2025
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Learning how to practice Despite the steady energy throughout camp, Saturday’s session had its share of sloppy moments.—
Zach Sweet,
Kansas City Star,
3 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Maintain a safe distance from water, wet items, and metal objects.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Aug. 2025
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Hill said the next step was to just let the cord dry on its own, taking care not to trap it in a wet or soiled diaper for extended periods and to avoid soaking it at bathtime.—
Andrea Kane,
CNN Money,
19 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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For those consuming the same amount of sugary drinks, the risk was 23% higher.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
29 July 2025
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When Chile enacted strict labeling laws and restrictions on advertising, sugary drink consumption fell by nearly a quarter.—
Jennifer Lutz,
New York Daily News,
29 July 2025
Adjective
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Change in texture: If the pickles have become soft or mushy, discard.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
18 July 2025
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The lactic acid in yogurt is gentler than vinegar or lemon juice, so the chicken will not turn soft or mushy.—
Beth Dooley,
Boston Herald,
9 July 2025
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The fuzzy covering can also wear down your dog's teeth over time.—
Liz O'Connell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Aug. 2025
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The penumbral and partial phases (as the full moon moves through Earth’s fuzzy outer shadow, the penumbra, and into its dark umbra) will precede totality when the lunar surface turns dark and red.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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“Slushy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slushy. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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