mealy
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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
Some dogs also demonstrated a distinct lack of “rubberiness,” with a tendency toward the mealy side, and none came close to achieving that coveted snap.
From Salon • Apr. 16, 2024
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
Smaller squash tend to be less mealy and/or fibrous, and more flavorful.
From Washington Times • Jul. 27, 2023
The potato is dry and mealy in my mouth.
From "What the Night Sings" by Vesper Stamper
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