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soapy

[soh-pee] / ˈsoʊ pi /


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The bestselling novelist co-wrote this soapy adaptation of her own book, following a mother fresh out of prison who attempts to reconnect with her young daughter—and starts to fall for the dead father’s best friend.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

The soapy drama series, which premiered in 1989 and ran for 11 seasons, followed the lives and relationships of lifeguards who patrolled L.A.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 20, 2026

“The Pitt” is already one of the best shows in TV, “Industry” is soapy fun and “A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms” looks intriguing.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 31, 2025

I downloaded the app and asked what my wife wants for Christmas: cheap jewelry and a soapy gift box with Rudolph socks.

From Barron's • Nov. 26, 2025

She wrung out a rag that had been soaking in soapy water and wiped my face and hands before lifting my dirty hair to wash my neck.

From "Fever 1793" by Laurie Halse Anderson




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