as in sloppy
appealing to the emotions in an obvious and tiresome way
a sentimental story about unrequited love
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Recent Examples of sentimental
Especially when getting rid of sentimental items is involved.
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Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 24 Jan. 2025
The sentimental message was shared with a picture of himself with Jim, Guy’s mom Penny, nephew Jules and sons Hunter and Ryder.
—Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 23 Jan. 2025
His Préludes were more cerebral than sentimental — usually fine, as in most cases Debussy’s scores can carry the emotion themselves.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2025
For the sentimental occasion, Kotb opted for a white suit.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 10 Jan. 2025
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Rabekah Henderson, Southern Living, 24 Jan. 2025
The sentimental message was shared with a picture of himself with Jim, Guy’s mom Penny, nephew Jules and sons Hunter and Ryder.
—Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 23 Jan. 2025
His Préludes were more cerebral than sentimental — usually fine, as in most cases Debussy’s scores can carry the emotion themselves.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2025
For the sentimental occasion, Kotb opted for a white suit.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 10 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sentimental
Adjective
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The fabric is breathable and lightweight without feeling thin or flimsy and the fit is slightly oversized, which gives it a relaxed and casual look that isn’t sloppy.—
Megan Schaltegger,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Jan. 2025
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In the week leading up to Donald Trump’s inauguration, a brief but sloppy food fight broke out between the Trump team and the outgoing Biden administration over who deserves credit for finalizing a cease-fire deal in the Gaza Strip.—
Noah Rothman,
National Review,
24 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The sticky oil can be applied directly to the belly and over right side of the abdomen, but holistic health enthusiasts like to soak a piece of cotton or flannel and apply heat for more intense delivery.—
Jessica Ourisman,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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Beauty-lovers can shop the Laneige Hydrating Lip Sleeping Mask that nourishes your lips without being sticky.—
Shea Simmons,
People.com,
17 Jan. 2025
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Co-directed with Jewish Israeli filmmaker Yaron Shani, the movie paints a subtle picture of a society split along fissures religious, political, cultural, and economic, without ever chiding his characters or dipping into mawkish sentimentality.—
Scott Roxborough,
The Hollywood Reporter,
20 Sep. 2024
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And the hints for today’s groups are: Yellow group — leader or main thing Green group — these can be prickly Blue group — mawkish movies, perhaps Purple group — these have a limit, some might say What Are Today’s Connections Groups?—
Kris Holt,
Forbes,
15 Sep. 2024
Adjective
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Mulligan, meanwhile, brings her usual guest-star wattage, which shines brightly enough to counterbalance what might otherwise have been just a maudlin tale of lonely men and their music.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
26 Jan. 2025
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High points like these helped keep Better Man in my good graces even as the second half dips into excessively maudlin territory, as Williams wrestles with the strictures of fame.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
14 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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There is a depth to the palate; a smoky richness melds into sappy blackberries and tangy notes of soy and hoisin.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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The satirical character meant to make fun of sappy Christmas specials, has since become a part of Jewish American folklore.—
Reia Li,
The Arizona Republic,
23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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But today, the saccharine days of corn sweeteners, like those produced by ADM, may be under siege.—
Mark Dent,
thehustle.co,
10 Jan. 2025
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There’s a lot of whimsy, but the cuteness is intertwined with tough stuff, too difficult to be saccharine.—
Caitlin Lovinger,
New York Times,
14 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Statewide, water supplies are currently sufficient after two wet years.—
Ari Plachta,
Sacramento Bee,
27 Jan. 2025
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That was true two years ago, when wet weather conditions and low commodity prices made their crop farming a financial challenge.—
Ames Alexander,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Loading your audio article Pat Ingram remembers leaving a Valparaiso Noon Kiwanis meeting held at First Christian Church a little more than a year ago but after that, things got fuzzy.—
Amy Lavalley,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Jan. 2025
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Thanks to Walmart’s huge selection of soft and fuzzy blankets for less than $30, there’s no reason to be cold while lounging at home.—
Megan Schaltegger,
People.com,
25 Jan. 2025
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“Sentimental.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sentimental. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
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