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Plus, families worry about chatbot clinginess and non-tech firms bet big on AI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 7, 2026

As Reese pointed out, most people, if they’ve dated long enough, have felt deeply connected to someone who didn’t reciprocate and been irritated by someone’s clinginess.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2023

Now biochemists are investigating whether mistletoe's clinginess can provide a natural alternative to synthetic glues.

From Scientific American • Oct. 3, 2022

Their ability to communicate has increased, but there can be quick slides into meltdowns and clinginess.

From Washington Post • Apr. 13, 2022

And one look at his early love letters shows a conqueror who isn't shy about displaying his passions — or his clinginess:

From Salon • Mar. 7, 2022