Cheesy Phrases

adjective having a sentimental or overly emotional quality

• The movie was criticized for its sappy dialogue and predictable plot.
• I can't stand sappy romantic movies, they're too cheesy for me.
• I'm not into that sappy stuff, it's too mushy for my taste.
• Her sappy smile melted his heart and made him fall in love with her.

adjective excessively sentimental or cheesy

• The schmaltzy music playing in the background set a romantic tone for the evening.
• I can't stand those schmaltzy love songs they always play on the radio.
• The movie was so schmaltzy, it made me cringe.
• Her speech was filled with schmaltzy promises that no one believed.