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as in hazy
filled with or dimmed by fine particles (as of dust or water) in suspension
the soupy skies over the island make a nighttime landing a very risky business
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as in runny
having an overly soft liquid consistency
soupy ice cream that had been left out on the counter
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as in sentimental
appealing to the emotions in an obvious and tiresome way
once starred as the virginal ingenue in a string of soupy operettas
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Recent Examples of soupy
Our Test Kitchen made beans in a soupy broth flavored with bacon, garlic, onion, chipotle, and other ingredients.
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Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2025
These gnocchi, filled with ricotta, sit in a thin ragu of duck or veal that, on one occasion, came closer to a soupy stew than a ragu.
—Lyndsay C. Green, Detroit Free Press, 2 June 2024
Cook, stirring occasionally, until beer is reduced just beneath the top of the mustard seeds, about 20 minutes (if mixture is too soupy, the mustard will be runny and thin).
—David Bancroft, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2024
The grits were creamy, but not soupy and packed with flavor while still subtle.
—Worth Sparkman, Axios, 16 Sep. 2024
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Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 13 Jan. 2025
These gnocchi, filled with ricotta, sit in a thin ragu of duck or veal that, on one occasion, came closer to a soupy stew than a ragu.
—Lyndsay C. Green, Detroit Free Press, 2 June 2024
Cook, stirring occasionally, until beer is reduced just beneath the top of the mustard seeds, about 20 minutes (if mixture is too soupy, the mustard will be runny and thin).
—David Bancroft, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2024
The grits were creamy, but not soupy and packed with flavor while still subtle.
—Worth Sparkman, Axios, 16 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for soupy
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As the largest fire in Florida this year continues to burn in the Everglades, people in South Florida — particularly in Broward County — can expect smoky, hazy skies through the weekend.—
Milena Malaver,
Miami Herald,
22 Aug. 2025
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Like much of the U.S., Chicago was under a thick hazy blanket of wildfire smoke, creating dangerous conditions for anyone who breathes, but especially for the elderly and children.—
Marianne Krasny,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Cover and cook until egg whites are set but yolks are still runny, about 8 minutes.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
9 Aug. 2025
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Initial symptoms include a fever, cough, runny nose and red, watery eyes.—
Angela Palermo,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Aug. 2025
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The character Kracht sets off on a sentimental road trip with his demented, aging mother, who is also addicted to both drugs and alcohol.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
17 Aug. 2025
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This results in an introduction to Frida Kahlo that’s by design more sentimental and uplifting than compelling.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
15 Aug. 2025
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Meanwhile, ancient castles rise from misty riverbanks—like Trim and Kilkenny—as woolly sheep graze across emerald pastures.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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The Alishan Forest Railway is one of the most unique ways to see Taiwan, and offers a scenic, nostalgic ride through misty mountains.—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Aug. 2025
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The water pressure then causes the vehicle to rise and slide on a thin layer of water between the tires and the road, making the driver lose control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
17 Aug. 2025
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Details on the election process are thin, but many citizens could be casting their votes in an active conflict zone or under the eyes of armed soldiers – a terrifying prospect that some say could lead to more violence.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
17 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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For dried or sticky grease, Marshall suggests switching to dish soap diluted in water and rubbing gently with a soft sponge or microfiber cloth.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
14 Aug. 2025
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Despite skyrocketing prices for TV rights from name-brand sports leagues, even smaller streaming services know their future will be driven in part by that particularly sticky tune-in driver for audiences.—
David Bloom,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Seattle may be primarily known for its grunge music, its vibrant arts and culture scene, and even its temperate, if rainy, weather.—
Andy Frye,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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Power outages are common during the heavy storms of Sierra Leone's rainy season.—
Sophia Li,
NPR,
17 Aug. 2025
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That’s not the case for this watery formula, which delivers 24 hours of hydration with two types of hyaluronic acid.—
Deanna Pai,
Vogue,
24 Aug. 2025
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Threaded through the watery veins of Overijssel, Giethoorn glimmers like a secret kept by the Dutch lowlands.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
24 Aug. 2025
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“Soupy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/soupy. Accessed 29 Aug. 2025.
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