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Etymology
Origin of gluey
Middle English word dating back to 1350–1400; see origin at glue, -y 1
Example Sentences
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“The texture is an abomination: gluey, with rubbery, chewy pockets.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026
You could make a meal — albeit not a very well-balanced one — of a perfectly acceptable, smaller-size Hempler’s hot dog and a serving of those nachos everyone secretly likes with the gluey orange cheese.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 17, 2024
The worst risotto outcome is anything gluey or "tacky," so follow these steps to avoid that calamitous result.
From Salon ● Jul. 2, 2023
Freshly cooked rice often results in a soggy, gluey dish because it continues to cook as ingredients are added to the pan.
From Washington Times ● Apr. 28, 2023
I lifted the lid off the second tureen and uncovered a wedge of macaroni, stonecold and stuck together in a gluey paste.
From "The Bell Jar" by Sylvia Plath
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