How to Use moody in a Sentence
moody
adjective- She's a moody woman—she can be happy one minute and angry the next.
- I don't know why I get so moody sometimes.
- The room's moody lighting suggested mystery and romance.
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The outfit was moody and autumnal and the makeup followed suit.
— Jihan Forbe, Allure, 13 Sep. 2021 -
Thank goodness autumn is nearly here: The time is nigh for a moody manicure.
— Calin Van Paris, Vogue, 19 Sep. 2021 -
Leda observes Nina on the beach with her young daughter, who seems willful and moody.
— Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 5 Sep. 2021 -
Even homes that cater to mulled and earthen hues tend to up the ante with luxurious textiles and materials in cozy, moody bedrooms.
— Alia Akkam, Architectural Digest, 11 Oct. 2024 -
The series serves both old- and new-school performers, combining a moody Manhattan tone with bleeding-edge concerns.
— Daniel D'addario, Variety, 25 Aug. 2021 -
Bohème’s mature sister, Nomad, is elegant, moody and peaceful.
— Rosa Sanchez, Forbes, 22 Sep. 2021 -
The moody Moon is traveling through your very intense intimacy sector, encouraging you to do some deep bonding with another person, whatever that might mean for you.
— Tarot Astrologers, chicagotribune.com, 19 Sep. 2021 -
Velvet can make a space feel moody, yet high-end and cozy.
— Jennifer Carmichael, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Jan. 2023 -
Flattery won't get us anywhere as the moody Moon squares off with vain Venus.
— Tarot Astrologers, chicagotribune.com, 15 Nov. 2021 -
The space is peppered with pieces — mostly in a moody, sleek black-and-white palette.
— John-John Williams Iv, baltimoresun.com, 24 Feb. 2022 -
The music is still moody, and there’s a lingering darkness that threads through all the tracks.
— Haben Kelati, Washington Post, 22 Mar. 2023 -
The moody cabin combines a variety of black and blue hues.
— Jack Fitzgerald, Car and Driver, 9 Feb. 2023 -
The chorus is bright and catchy, a contrast from much of the 27-year-old artist’s more moody and somber offerings.
— Neena Rouhani, Billboard, 14 Apr. 2023 -
Here, a wintery scene is set with moody Spanish moss and a roaring fire.
— Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 9 Feb. 2023 -
Take a cue from Wednesday Addams and opt for a moody moment all year round.
— ELLE, 23 Jan. 2023 -
As the name implies, gothic dorms go all in with the moody color palettes and dark decor.
— Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2024 -
Gigi Hadid is championing the naked dress trend at the 2023 Met Gala—but, with a moody twist.
— Chelsey Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 2 May 2023 -
If your home leans more toward dark and moody, this area rug is the perfect accent piece.
— Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Oct. 2022 -
The sound was crisp yet tender, the moody lighting classily done.
— Zachary Woolfe, New York Times, 13 Oct. 2022 -
This creates a calming, moody look that offsets a busy look and stays on trend throughout the year.
— Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Nov. 2023 -
The moody, anthemic ballad has become a fan favorite over the years.
— Chris Willman, Variety, 13 Nov. 2021 -
Over on the other side of the party, Nathan is back to being moody and distant with Issa.
— Cate Young, Vulture, 20 Dec. 2021 -
The dark and moody dining room extends to two outdoor spaces.
— Megha McSwain, Chron, 30 Sep. 2022 -
The wall color stands out as the primary feature of a moody powder room.
— Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Sep. 2023 -
On the other end of the spectrum, black is a bold and moody option for creating a sleek look in your kitchen.
— Kenzi Wilbur, Architectural Digest, 11 Sep. 2024 -
Content was being filmed left and right inside the moody space, as creators whipped out their ring lights to film videos with their friends and hit the dance floor.
— Kirsten Chuba, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Oct. 2024 -
Use these 10 ways to incorporate the moody Halloween style into your home this season.
— Kathy Barnes, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Oct. 2024
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