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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
Already in 2025, the major averages have been pressured by fears of sticky inflation and concern that the Federal Reserve will not be able to cut rates as much as anticipated.
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Sean Conlon, CNBC, 16 Jan. 2025
A little sticky Our tester appreciated how easy this Healthy Beauty Award winner was to use, thanks to its large doe foot applicator that holds a load of product.
—Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 14 Jan. 2025
Follow up by wiping down the legs and bases of tables and chairs with a damp cloth or cleaning solution safe for your furniture material, to remove any grime or sticky residue, suggests Stein.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2025
Concerns about the shape of the U.K. economy are mounting, with investors and businesses taking note of new fiscal policies that will see taxes and business costs rise, as well as weak economic data prints out of Britain and sticky inflation.
—Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2025
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Sean Conlon, CNBC, 16 Jan. 2025
A little sticky Our tester appreciated how easy this Healthy Beauty Award winner was to use, thanks to its large doe foot applicator that holds a load of product.
—Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 14 Jan. 2025
Follow up by wiping down the legs and bases of tables and chairs with a damp cloth or cleaning solution safe for your furniture material, to remove any grime or sticky residue, suggests Stein.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2025
Concerns about the shape of the U.K. economy are mounting, with investors and businesses taking note of new fiscal policies that will see taxes and business costs rise, as well as weak economic data prints out of Britain and sticky inflation.
—Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sticky
Adjective
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The uneven lengths in each cluster create a natural-looking, feathery flutter, while applying under the lash line ensures the adhesive bands stay nice and invisible.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
26 Jan. 2025
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That price includes the quad receiver, power supply, hardware kit, two ¼ wave antennas, two BNC cables, two rack mount brackets, two BNC Bulkhead adapters, an ethernet cable, plus adhesive feet.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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Other ways to prevent an imbalance include avoiding exercise in hot, humid environments, reducing salt intake, managing health conditions, and addressing medication concerns with your healthcare provider.—
Lana Barhum,
Verywell Health,
24 Jan. 2025
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On the mane front, Southern women have been known for big hair, lots of hair spray, and constantly defying the hot, humid environment around them.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
22 Jan. 2025
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An aviation expert, along with the Army pilot, tells PEOPLE that Reagan National Airport can be especially difficult to fly into.—
Samira Asma-Sadeque,
People.com,
30 Jan. 2025
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Challenges of an Airline Pilot's Lifestyle Beyond the technical demands of the job, Wallach said the most difficult part of being a pilot was the lifestyle—particularly as a single parent.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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Their love story adds a sentimental layer that, in competing for narrative space, dilutes this send-up of American imperialism.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
26 Jan. 2025
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YouTube videos may offer sentimental types and younger curiosity seekers a means to luxuriate in the Old Way of Doing Things, but only a maniac would truly want to go back to that era.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
24 Jan. 2025
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Rub a bar of mild soap with a damp microfiber cloth.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
22 Jan. 2025
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Put the damp dishcloth into the microwave for about 60 to 90 seconds.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Bridges finished with 10 points on 3-of-12 shooting from the field against his old team, and Anunoby scored 20 points on 8-of-18 shooting from the field to go with tough defense on Johnson, who shot an abysmal 6-of-20 from the field for 16 points.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
22 Jan. 2025
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Though not nearly as consequential as Dallas losing Dončić, Minnesota took a tough blow Monday — Donte DiVincenzo will be out indefinitely due to a toe injury.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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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
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Young people are particularly sensitive to their surroundings as their brains evaluate the environment to prepare them for independence.—
Yalda T. Uhls,
The Conversation,
30 Jan. 2025
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Under the policy, ICE agents were permitted to enter sensitive locations, such as schools, churches, and hospitals, only under specific circumstances.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
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“Sticky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sticky. Accessed 3 Feb. 2025.
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