wordy

Example Sentences

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Users — especially those who made the switch to Claude — have recently slammed the app for being unnecessarily wordy and preachy in tone.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

That wordy definition has long been a source of legal debate.

From BBC • Feb. 19, 2026

A lay reader may find this wordy description difficult to grasp.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 17, 2025

Bieniemy’s pro-style scheme is known to be wordy and complex, meaning there might be a prolonged learning period if the Bruins decide to go with a transfer quarterback as their starter next season.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 2, 2024

So I prepared two answers— one that is polite but kind of wordy, and one that is a little smart-mouthed.

From "Out of My Mind" by Sharon M. Draper