softie
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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In these modern times, Nandor is more of a softie who is often looking for love in all the wrong places.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 28, 2024
But at his core, he’s one big ol’ softie.
From Salon • Nov. 18, 2023
"The original shock was horrendous. I'm not a softie but I had tears in my eyes," Robert says.
From BBC • Aug. 31, 2023
The sight of chubby baby cheeks is often enough to transform even the most committed curmudgeon into a babbling softie.
From National Geographic • Jun. 26, 2023
Her voice was stern, but really, she was a softie.
From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles
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