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curb appeal

noun

: the visual attractiveness of a house as seen from the street

Examples of curb appeal in a Sentence

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Stylish details, including subtle color contrasting and suede accents, give the throwback sneakers major curb appeal. Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 29 Nov. 2025 For ultimate curb appeal, grab a festive front doormat, a gorgeous pre-lit Christmas wreath, and this colorful set of outdoor lights that will give your home the ultimate seasonal makeover. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 28 Nov. 2025 Included with the base structure are wheels, parts for the stairs, and flower boxes to add some curb appeal to the exterior. Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 27 Nov. 2025 Don’t sleep on the curb appeal—the asymmetric A-frame structure of the home is only the beginning of your visual journey. Lori Keong, Architectural Digest, 6 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for curb appeal

Word History

First Known Use

1975, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of curb appeal was in 1975

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“Curb appeal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/curb%20appeal. Accessed 1 Dec. 2025.

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