buzzword
noun
buzz·word
ˈbəz-ˌwərd 
1
: an important-sounding usually technical word or phrase often of little meaning used chiefly to impress laymen
2
: a voguish word or phrase
called also buzz phrase
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But experts say these aren’t just buzzwords—they’re essentially a quick guide to what each formula will do for your lashes.
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 3 Feb. 2026
For some, these are simply buzzwords, meant to entice travelers searching for a seemingly authentic experience.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 3 Feb. 2026
Jacquard denim is quickly becoming a buzzword in fashion.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Feb. 2026
The old buzzword for product design was DFM (Designed for Manufacturability) and DFR (Designed for Reliability).
—Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
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Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 3 Feb. 2026
For some, these are simply buzzwords, meant to entice travelers searching for a seemingly authentic experience.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 3 Feb. 2026
Jacquard denim is quickly becoming a buzzword in fashion.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 3 Feb. 2026
The old buzzword for product design was DFM (Designed for Manufacturability) and DFR (Designed for Reliability).
—Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for buzzword
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“Buzzword.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/buzzword. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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