molly

[US]/'mɒlɪ/
[UK]/'mɑli/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. coward; effeminate man.

Phrases & Collocations

Molly water

Mollycoddle

Mollycoddling parent

Mollycoddled child

Example Sentences

Molly spoke with quiet confidence.

I came back in time for Molly's party.

Molly smiled rather wryly and said nothing.

Molly is a popular name for female dogs.

She baked a delicious batch of cookies with Molly.

Molly enjoys taking long walks in the park.

They adopted a rescue dog named Molly.

Molly's birthday party was a huge success.

She always brings her loyal companion Molly with her.

Molly has a playful personality and loves to chase after squirrels.

They found a lost kitten and Molly took it under her wing.

Molly's fluffy coat keeps her warm in the winter.

After a long day, Molly likes to curl up on the couch and relax.

Real-world Examples

" Molly, how about this, " said Lupin.

Source: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows

" Yes, Molly dear, " said Mr Weasley meekly.

Source: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Molly, did you ever feel bullied by Zoe?

Source: The Good Place Season 2

" Molly! I've got to ask you your question first! "

Source: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

" Molly...am I right in thinking that I can count on you and Arthur? "

Source: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

Molly, isn't it true that you were the only one with motive to kill rachel?

Source: The Good Place Season 2

" Molly, that's enough, " said Lupin firmly, " This isn't like last time."

Source: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

Zoe. - Which means that it was up to you and you alone, molly, whether she was allowed in.

Source: The Good Place Season 2

" Molly, you can't stop Fred and George, " said Mr Weasley wearily, " They are of age."

Source: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix

" Well, I shall see you at Hogwarts, Harry, " said Dumbledore. " Take care of yourself. Molly, your servant."

Source: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

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