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Gummy

usgb/ˈɡʌmi/Volume
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Texture FocusPlay
Use 'gummy' to describe the consistency of food or materials that are sticky and stretch when pulled. SlidePizza cheese can sometimes get gummy if overcooked.
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Not Always FoodPlay
'Gummy' isn't just for edibles; it can also describe non-food items with a similar texture. SlideThe gummy adhesive held the poster on the wall.
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Negative ConnotationPlay
When used to describe objects, 'gummy' can imply a troublesome or unpleasant stickiness. SlideThe table felt gummy after the spill wasn't cleaned properly.