mealy

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The female version is Julia Roberts’ “Runaway Bride,” so mealy about her own feelings that she ditches four grooms at the altar.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 24, 2025

The slightly mealy out-of-season corn aside, all the components are good — but more like dependable, high-quality friend material than anything that’ll make your heart skip a beat.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 30, 2023

Tomatoes tend to get more mealy in the fridge than when stored at room temperature, but if they are getting too soft, refrigerate to keep them a few more days.

From Washington Times • Jul. 27, 2023

Believe me: I've tried, and I have a litany of stories about mealy muffins and wet-bottomed pies to prove it.

From Salon • Oct. 19, 2022

The potato is dry and mealy in my mouth.

From "What the Night Sings" by Vesper Stamper