corny

Example Sentences

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And as corny as that may seem, I implore you: If you have even one microscopic iota of curiosity, see this film.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

But, while she may no longer feel able to wear the T-shirt which inspired her "corny" spur-of-the-moment quote, it has since become clear that the impact was worth the sacrifice.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Amy asks her and somehow Wilson delivers that line with a lilt that keeps it from sounding corny.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

“Not to be corny, but it just fueled my soul,” Huckaby said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

Because, as corny as it may be: I want to be a wobbly people pole that tries to bring joy into the world, not one that takes joy from it.

From "I'll Give You the Sun" by Jandy Nelson