schmaltz
/ʃmɑlts/
noun
- Excessive sentimentality, especially in music, art, or writing; overly emotional or corny content.
- The movie was full of schmaltz, with a sappy love scene every ten minutes.
- The author's writing was criticized for its schmaltz and lack of real emotion.
- Some people love the schmaltz of old holiday songs, but others find them too cheesy.
- Rendered fat, usually from chicken or goose, used in cooking, especially in Eastern European Jewish cuisine.
- My grandmother always used schmaltz to make the flakiest pie crust.
- The recipe calls for schmaltz instead of butter for an authentic flavor.
- He spread schmaltz on bread for a traditional, rich snack.
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