Director J. J. Abrams has put the pop back in summer popcorn movies. His Star Trek, an exciting and sassy revamp of the classic sci-fi TV show and film series, is a blast in every sense of the word.—Leah Rozen, People, 18 May 2009Tamara, a youngish assistant district attorney who was wearing heels, Levi's, and a sassy blazer, was placing a tablecloth and vase with pink flowers on a table bearing a pink Sweet Sixteen banner and three pink-frosted Sams Club birthday cakes inscribed with "bring," "them," and "home" in black cursive icing.—Samantha M. Shapiro, Mother Jones, March/April 2007You might be in London, but the scene—from the counter stools and padded booths to the sassy waitresses and overhead TVs—is pure southern honky-tonk.—Gourmet, March 2005
She bought some sassy high heels. sassy kids shouting, “Out of our way, you old geezer!”
Recent Examples on the WebSmuin Contemporary Ballet, the popular San Francisco troupe known for its evocative works that range from somber to silly to sassy, is turning 30 this year and is celebrating the milestone by reviving two favorite pieces created by company founder, the late Michael Smuin.—Randy McMullen, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2024 Ginger 1974 is a spicy, sassy blend, featuring ginger, fir balsam, suede and white musk.—Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2024 List three adjectives that best describe yourself: Passionate, persistent, sassy
How would your friends describe you?—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 5 Feb. 2024 The Bel-Air star also did an impression of Britney Spears ordering a latte — doing a sassy version of her signature, pop princess voice — and one of Rihanna.—Sadie Bell, Peoplemag, 18 Jan. 2024 Moreover, within family structures, cool aunts serve a function that goes beyond simply being a sassy role model.—Carolina A. Miranda, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2024 The tone is generally conversational, irreverent and even sassy, while leaning into the lo-fi confessional style embraced by many younger people on social media that puts a premium on authenticity and even vulnerability.—Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 5 Feb. 2024 Immerse yourself in a world of glitter sequins, and high-energy performances with this sassy Valentine’s celebration.—Brittany Delay, The Mercury News, 5 Feb. 2024 Plants and cards from Blackhawk Hardware 4225 Park Road
The gift: Blackhawk Hardware has everything from sweet and sassy Mother’s Day cards to bath bombs and specialty wine accessories.—Jessica Swannie, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
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