razzle-dazzle
noun
raz·zle-daz·zle
ˌra-zəl-ˈda-zəl 
1
: a state of confusion or hilarity
2
: a complex maneuver (as in sports) designed to confuse an opponent
3
: a confusing or colorful often gaudy action or display
razzle-dazzle
adjective
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Mixed in between was a razzle-dazzle fake punt from their own 19-yard line, as quarterback Sullivan Daron finished things with a 31-yard touchdown pass over the top of the Dragons’ secondary to freshman Jackson Rao.
—Brian Fabry, Boston Herald, 4 Oct. 2025
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Jordan Runtagh, PEOPLE, 22 Nov. 2025
Everyone’s version of razzle-dazzle varies; luckily, there are party dresses for every occasion, dress code, and personal style ethos.
—Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2025
From super realistic to razzle-dazzle tinsel All products featured on Architectural Digest are independently selected by our editors.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Oct. 2025
Mixed in between was a razzle-dazzle fake punt from their own 19-yard line, as quarterback Sullivan Daron finished things with a 31-yard touchdown pass over the top of the Dragons’ secondary to freshman Jackson Rao.
—Brian Fabry, Boston Herald, 4 Oct. 2025
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“Razzle-dazzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/razzle-dazzle. Accessed 7 Dec. 2025.
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