cheesy

Example Sentences

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Mr. Sokolov styles his work as an homage to 1970s grindhouse cinema, complete with cheesy sound effects, slo-motion, and grandiose musical cues.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 26, 2026

"Trot isn't just cheesy or old-fashioned music," he tells the BBC.

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026

They’re hearty, warm, cheesy, creamy and indulgent — just a few words that are part of the season’s culinary vernacular.

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026

It sounds a bit cheesy, but she deserves that.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2026

“No, but he was always down on our birthday too. I’d ask him what was wrong, and he’d say he was reminiscing or some cheesy mumbo jumbo. I think—no, I know he was missing you.”

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas