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juicy

[ˈdʒuːsi]

juicy Definition

  • 1full of juice or flavor
  • 2interesting and exciting, especially because of being slightly shocking

Using juicy: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "juicy" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The steak was so juicy and tender.

  • Example

    The gossip was too juicy to ignore.

  • Example

    The novel is full of juicy details about the characters' lives.

juicy Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for juicy

Idioms Using juicy

  • to have a complaint or grievance that one is eager to discuss or address

    Example

    He has a juicy bone to pick with his boss about the way he was treated.

  • to put a lot of pressure on someone or something until they can no longer handle it

    Example

    The coach squeezed his players until the juice ran out, pushing them to their limits.

  • the potential reward is not worth the effort or risk involved

    Example

    He decided not to pursue the job offer because he felt the juice wasn't worth the squeeze.

Phrases with juicy

  • a type of chewing gum with fruity flavors

    Example

    She always carries a pack of Juicy Fruit in her purse.

  • gossip that is interesting and exciting, often involving scandalous or personal information

    Example

    The tabloids are always full of juicy gossip about celebrities.

  • juicy details

    specific and often personal information that is interesting or exciting

    Example

    The reporter promised to reveal all the juicy details about the scandal in her upcoming article.

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Summary: juicy in Brief

The term 'juicy' [ˈdʒuːsi] describes something that is full of juice or flavor, such as a succulent steak. It can also refer to something that is interesting and exciting, often involving scandalous or personal information, like 'juicy gossip.' The idiom 'the juice isn't worth the squeeze' implies that the potential reward is not worth the effort or risk involved.

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