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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But oftentimes, foundation plantings are boring, offering little curb appeal. Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 20 June 2026 For a house that needs a refresh, implementing front porch ideas is a smart way to add curb appeal without spending like crazy. Perri Ormont Blumberg, Architectural Digest, 19 June 2026 Thumbtack partnered with Samplize, a peel-and-stick paint swatching company, to put together a list of the top colors to boost your curb appeal in 2026. Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 June 2026 This handsome portable stands out for its incredibly bright and colorful OLED display and full aluminum chassis, giving it luxurious curb appeal at a near-budget price. K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 15 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for curb appeal

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First Known Use

1975, in the meaning defined above

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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 26 Jun. 2026.

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