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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ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
With little fanfare but certainly lots of effort, this beautiful 19th century landmark in downtown Aurora greatly expanded its hours and its programs.
—Denise Crosby, Chicago Tribune, 19 Apr. 2026
On Friday, folks arrived early to pick up their bib numbers at the Hynes Convention Center and then took in all the fanfare, running gear and highlights at the Bank of America Expo for the 130th running of the Boston Marathon.
—Paul Burton, CBS News, 17 Apr. 2026
High Hopes The Cybertruck debuted with great fanfare in late 2023, diversifying Tesla’s lineup as a rugged bruiser of a vehicle to counter the sleek Model Y SUV and Model 3 sedan that account for the vast majority of the company’s auto sales.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
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“Fanfare.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fanfare. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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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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