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gluey

[gloo-ee] / ˈglu i /


ADJECTIVE
gooey
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK










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“The texture is an abomination: gluey, with rubbery, chewy pockets.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026

I didn’t love the way they cook the rice, it’s almost gluey, but I’m particular, let’s be honest.

From Salon ● Jan. 13, 2026

After smacking down the gluey mouthful like a dog eating peanut butter, one bite was enough.

From Seattle Times ● Nov. 27, 2023

Freshly cooked rice often results in a soggy, gluey dish because it continues to cook as ingredients are added to the pan.

From Washington Times ● Apr. 28, 2023

He could see some sort of thick, gluey secretion from the spider’s pincers on his torn robes.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling


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