Only fools would believe the maudlin sentiments which Professor Philo Murlock terms a philosophy of achievement.

One oi your most charming characteristics, Admiral, is that deep streak of maudlin sentiment under the professional exterior.

The way he had played Pacco, used the big slob's maudlin sentiment, suckered him with that tie ... it was something for the record.

The other side was insipid, covered with the maudlin sentiments of generic ballads, many of them from her new album, "Return to Love."

Helm was a man of reason, free of maudlin sentiment and freakish doubt.

Americans, it seems, are governed by a maudlin sentiment, even where science is concerned.

Chapel seemed embarrassed for him at the maudlin sentiment.

He then turned back to his mother's deathbed, unwilling to cede even maudlin sentiment to the more emotive Mr. Bush.

I am more concerned with preserving the race than with maudlin sentiments.

Elena turned away, disgusted by the maudlin, adolescent sentiment.