gluey
Example Sentences
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“The texture is an abomination: gluey, with rubbery, chewy pockets.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 26, 2026
You could make a meal — albeit not a very well-balanced one — of a perfectly acceptable, smaller-size Hempler’s hot dog and a serving of those nachos everyone secretly likes with the gluey orange cheese.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 17, 2024
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
If you like them velvety but not at all gluey, use a tamis.
From Salon ● Oct. 10, 2021
Provides an illusion of reality—puts together all their facts with a gluey whine of connectedness.
From "Grendel" by John Gardner
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