1
: a short and lively sounding of trumpets
2
: a showy outward display
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The new jet was introduced with great fanfare.
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Ben Oliver, Robb Report, 14 Nov. 2025
The online fanfare accompanying the viral video overshadowed a still impressive achievement in the early days of humanoids, especially by a team that AIDOL told Business Insider operates independently, without the backing of a large corporation or government funds.
—Rachyl Jones, semafor.com, 14 Nov. 2025
With little fanfare, the famous salt company earlier this year relocated its headquarters into the top two floors of Building 40 Corporate Woods at 9401 Indian Creek Pkwy, where the penthouse space on the 16th floor offers expansive views overlooking Overland Park.
—Kansas City Star, 13 Nov. 2025
During a ceremony announcing staff changes, Machinga dramatically unveiled each of the new cabinet members and to great fanfare.
—Liam Adams, Nashville Tennessean, 12 Nov. 2025
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“Fanfare.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fanfare. Accessed 16 Nov. 2025.
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fanfare
noun
fan·fare
ˈfan-ˌfa(ə)r 
-ˌfe(ə)r
: a short stirring tune played by trumpets
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