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mushy

[muhsh-ee, moosh-ee] / ˈmʌʃ i, ˈmʊʃ i /




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The classic recipe for fish and chips -- white fish deep-fried in batter, chips, and mushy peas, often with tartare sauce on the side -- dates back to the 1860s.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

A stronger hand in the edit could have resulted in something more dynamic and engaging, but the plotting is mushy and then rushed.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Fans could buy stuffed toy versions of items like fish, chips and mushy peas at a temporary shop at the department store Selfridges in London.

From BBC • Jan. 3, 2026

Take care when combining the rice, lentils and pasta: The mix should be loose and textured, not mushy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025

“You can always eat mushy peas,” I tease.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan




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