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
This removes any dust that may collect on the leaves and helps reduce the risk of insect pests such as mealy bugs and aphids.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 20, 2023
Smaller squash tend to be less mealy and/or fibrous, and more flavorful.
From Washington Times • Jul. 27, 2023
We come together again over the same-size chips — “airport” fries, Lacey says, as he inspects their mealy white centers.
From Washington Post • Nov. 25, 2022
My aunt stared back at me through the inch or so of open door, inspecting me like I was a sack of mealy flour.
From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan
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