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Recent Examples of broody Misfit is a patchouli-amber number that feels broodier and sophisticated, yet manages to wear light enough year-round. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 17 Aug. 2023 Prosecco, perfect in an Aperol Spritz, just adds too much enthusiasm to what is a broodier drink. Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 11 Mar. 2023 And she's torn between two love interests, a pair of basically interchangeable broody white boys, à la Felicity. A.a. Dowd, Chron, 21 Nov. 2022 Lautner starred as Jacob in all four movies alongside Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson, who played Bella Swan and her broody vampire boyfriend Edward Cullen, respectively. Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 27 Aug. 2022 One of the latest YA entries, Netflix's adaptation of Sarah Dessen's Along for the Ride, centers a food fight at a summer BBQ as a key part of Auden's (Emma Pasarow) coming-of-age and her central romance with broody BMX biker, Eli (Belmont Camelli). Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 15 June 2022 It's filled with hilarious banter, quirky community, and a romantic connection between an exuberant lawyer and a broody ex-Marine that is both incredibly sweet and scorching hot. Alamin Yohannes, EW.com, 12 Feb. 2022 In his English-language debut, Carax centres on Henry (Driver), a broody stand-up comedian, and Ann (Cotillard), a world-famous opera singer, who fall in love and have a daughter named Annette. Natalie Morin, refinery29.com, 20 Apr. 2021 Set in London, the story finds the ordinary, likable Louise having an affair with her broody psychiatrist boss, David. Matthew Gilbert, BostonGlobe.com, 2 Mar. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for broody
Adjective
  • In 2020, Rateliff released a solo album, his third overall and his first since starting the Night Sweats, with a more melancholy sound that recalled his early-career work.
    Jared Kaufman, Twin Cities, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Most notable within Jones’ theme is the use of vibraphone when set against his orchestra’s melancholy strings.
    A.D. Amorosi, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • Charlie Crane Using natural materials like beech, walnut, and organic cotton, this decade-old Parisian brand churns out thoughtful children’s pieces made to live harmoniously alongside stylish adult furnishings.
    Shoko Wanger, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Many other TikTok users commented, praising the mom for her thoughtful interaction with Graves.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • For example, bullet journaling, reflective journaling, junk journaling, gratitude journaling and freewriting.
    Noma Nazish, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
  • That’s reflective of the current Pope Francis, who’s been largely commended for his liberal viewpoints.
    Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 1 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • David's more reserved, pensive demeanor is no match for Benji's charm and charisma — much of which is masking his struggles with his mental health.
    EW Staff, EW.com, 24 Oct. 2024
  • As the title suggests, this is a show of reflection in every sense of the word, pensive but ultimately optimistic.
    Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
Adjective
  • The wild card who ultimately upends the conclave is the mysterious and contemplative Cardinal Benitez (Carlos Diehz), who arrives late to the proceedings.
    Marco della Cava, USA TODAY, 29 Oct. 2024
  • Indeed, one marvels at how often the protesters for Palestine have been treated like the freshman reader of Lolita who, lacking the niceties of the contemplative attitude, objects to all that business with the pedophile.
    Andrea Long Chu, Vulture, 11 Oct. 2024

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“Broody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/broody. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.

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