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cheesy

[chee-zee] / ˈtʃi zi /


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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

Soups, stews, cheesy casseroles and creamy mashed potatoes are just a few popular options that come to mind.

From Salon • Feb. 20, 2026

When I visited its Tustin branch, a wall featured the same cheesy wood-and-metal sculpture of a Mayan lord holding a burrito I remembered during my first Chipotle visit back in 2009.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

"It sounds so cheesy but it's taught me the true meaning of life and what we're all here for," said Danni.

From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026

“Santucci’s is great. I love the cheesy breadsticks.”

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison