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mushy

[ muhsh-ee, moosh-ee ]

adjective

mushier, mushiest.
  1. resembling mush; pulpy.
  2. Informal. overly emotional or sentimental:

    mushy love letters.



mushy

/ ˈʌʃɪ /

adjective

  1. soft and pulpy
  2. informal.
    excessively sentimental or emotional
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Derived Forms

  • ˈܲ󾱲Ա, noun
  • ˈܲ󾱱, adverb
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Other Word Forms

  • ܲi· adverb
  • ܲi·Ա noun
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Word History and Origins

Origin of mushy1

First recorded in 1830–40; mush 1 + -y 1
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And they are sweeter and more crisp in texture — I’ve found that fresh peas are often quite starchy and mushy once cooked.

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They point to offers such as a free kids meal with an adult's one, free parking, and fish and chips with mushy peas for £8.50.

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These experiences were a disconcerting look at just how mushy the brain becomes when money is the answer to all of your problems.

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And Korean entertainment – from pop music and mushy dramas to acclaimed hits built around universal themes – was ready for it.

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In the back are fruits and veggies that no longer look perfect: mushy papayas, wilting spinach and bruised tomatoes.

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