Sappiness (7)

I believe the answer is:

treacle

(Other definitions for treacle that I've seen before include "flattery" , "cloying stuff" , "Syrup, molasses" , "Saplike stuff" , "Sweet, black viscous substance" .)

I've seen this clue in The Washington Post and the LA Times.

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