Pronunciation: /sɑb ˈsɪstər/
noun A newspaper columnist or writer who specializes in sentimental, emotional, or melodramatic stories, often focusing on human interest or personal tragedies.
A1 She is always crying and seeking sympathy, everyone calls her a sob sister.
A2 The sob sister at work is known for her emotional outbursts and constant need for support.
B1 The novel's protagonist was portrayed as a sob sister, always in need of comfort and reassurance.
B2 The movie character was criticized for being a sob sister, constantly playing the victim and seeking attention.
C1 The journalist was accused of being a sob sister, always focusing on emotional stories and seeking to evoke sympathy from readers.
C2 In the world of journalism, being labeled a sob sister can be detrimental to one's credibility and reputation.
formal The journalist was often referred to as a sob sister because of her emotional writing style.
informal Don't be such a sob sister, toughen up and deal with the situation.
slang She's always playing the sob sister card to get sympathy from others.
figurative The character in the movie was portrayed as a sob sister, always seeking attention through tears.
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