treacle
noun
contrived or unrestrained sentimentality.
treacliness
-
a word derived from
treacle.
Example Sentences
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By the end of the century's opening decade, alas, Hoffmann and some Werkstatte colleagues were retreating into florid ornamental applique and comfortable Sacher-torte treacliness.
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