gushy
Americanadjective
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The announcement may come as a shock for country fans who have followed the couple through their sappy podcast appearances and gushy acceptance speeches.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 16, 2026
But while relaxed in each other's company, they were not gushy hand-holders who lingered before a gathered media.
From BBC ● Mar. 18, 2023
We see love glorified in gushy social media posts and one-size-fits-all cards.
From Washington Post ● Feb. 12, 2022
In his opening segment introducing his Friday night lineup, Fallon was especially gushy about musical guests Mad Foxes.
From Seattle Times ● May 8, 2021
In fact, Lucy was loud and gushy, and she was never too gushy with me.
From "P.S. Be Eleven" by Rita Williams-Garcia
They both make friends fast, although Roger is even gushier than his brother.
From Time Magazine Archive
I'm just terribly excited to be here, like the silliest gushiest little girl in the world.
From The Trail of the Hawk A Comedy of the Seriousness of Life by Lewis, Sinclair
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