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as in adhesive
tending to adhere to objects upon contact
both sides of the tape are sticky, making it a little tricky to work with
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as in humid
containing or characterized by an uncomfortable amount of moisture
a warm sticky day when all we wanted to do was sit somewhere with air-conditioning
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as in difficult
requiring exceptional skill or caution in performance or handling
an especially sticky conversation about money matters
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as in sentimental
appealing to the emotions in an obvious and tiresome way
sticky love scenes that will bore cynics to death
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Recent Examples of sticky
And yet, housing has seemingly become an even bigger focus lately, given there's concern about a slowing economic activity overall and stubbornly high mortgage rates are crimping activity and straining affordability; indeed, shelter inflation remains sticky.
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Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 22 June 2025
Cancer, intestinal infections, and stomach ulcers can also cause sticky poop.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 21 June 2025
Messy ingredients like watermelon, which can make other ingredients on the board soggy, or honey, which can become sticky and difficult to manage.
—Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 June 2025
Instead, swap the sticky roller for a metal lint remover.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 18 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for sticky
Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 22 June 2025
Cancer, intestinal infections, and stomach ulcers can also cause sticky poop.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 21 June 2025
Messy ingredients like watermelon, which can make other ingredients on the board soggy, or honey, which can become sticky and difficult to manage.
—Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 June 2025
Instead, swap the sticky roller for a metal lint remover.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sticky
Adjective
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Zoox also uses robots for specific tasks on the floor like applying adhesive for glass installation and transporting the robotaxi from station to station down the assembly line.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
18 June 2025
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Last year, during Design Week, Davide Groppi unveiled Endless, an adhesive, conductive strip that can be applied to any kind of surface.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
12 May 2025
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Sunday conditions in Central Florida will be similar to recent hot and humid days along with a chance for showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon and evening, according to the National Weather Service in Melbourne.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 June 2025
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Hammerhead worms prefer hot and humid environments, including greenhouses, tropical and subtropical areas, landscaping mulch and nurseries, according to the Texas Invasive Species Institute.—
Greta Cross,
USA Today,
14 June 2025
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This moderately difficult, half-mile trail through the Mission Hills Open Space, is located across from Pioneer Park.—
Maura Fox,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 June 2025
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Attorney Nicole Blank Becker, who represents R. Kelly, told Fox News Digital that jurors, just like anyone else, have a difficult time separating emotions from charges.—
Tracy Wright , Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
23 June 2025
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When the sun journeys through sentimental Cancer, there is a greater focus on home, family and emotional stability.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
21 June 2025
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Spielberg's vision is sentimental yet feels so satisfying.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
20 June 2025
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The seat cushions are removable for cleaning, and the entire set can be wiped down with a damp cloth.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
17 June 2025
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Aspergillus, a fungal mold that thrives in warm, damp climates, is already found worldwide -- including in the U.S. -- and can impact humans, animals, livestock and plants.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
14 June 2025
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Even these young players already have major tournament experience — a huge strength given their tough group.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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However, generally speaking, insoluble fiber is commonly found in whole grains, bran, legumes, nuts, seeds, produce skins, and tough vegetables and fruits.—
Mara Santilli,
SELF,
27 June 2025
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Crystal Skull is easily Spielberg’s laziest, sloppiest work — even the action sequences seem phoned-in — and it’s filled with unforgivable howlers: Shia LaBeouf’s limp attempt at being a bad boy, Cate Blanchett’s hammy villain, the goddamn fridge scene.—
Tim Grierson,
Vulture,
20 June 2025
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The Cardinals took full advantage of the sloppy inning, scoring five runs on the way to clobbering the Sox 12-2 in front of 16,974 at Rate Field.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
18 June 2025
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American military and diplomatic outposts across the globe are on high alert after a U.S. bombing raid on Saturday struck three of Iran’s most sensitive nuclear facilities, prompting vows of retaliation from Tehran and raising fears of a widening regional war.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
23 June 2025
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Rochester recommends baby shampoo to get your hair and makeup brushes grease-free and without any additives that may irritate sensitive face skin.—
Hallie Milstein,
Southern Living,
23 June 2025
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“Sticky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sticky. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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