sexy

\ ˈsek-sē

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sexier; sexiest

Definition of sexy

1 : sexually suggestive or stimulating : erotic

2 : generally attractive or interesting : appealing a sexy stock

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Examples of sexy in a Sentence

She wore a sexy skirt. Her legs are long and sexy.

Recent Examples on the Web Besides the food, fans could get a free CBD oil massage along with take home samples, but sexiest of all were the free-for-all goodies from Pure Romance. — Kat Bein, Billboard, "The Five Best Moments at Gronk Beach 2020, a Super Bowl LIV Miami Bacchanal," 2 Feb. 2020 Dramatic sweetheart Borrow from Rosie Huntington-Whiteley and pair a bustier-style top with a pair of black trousers to make your ~ lewk ~ infinitely sexier. — Talia Abbas, Glamour, "6 Celebrity-Approved Date Night Outfit Ideas for Valentine's Day," 30 Jan. 2020 Winter's sexier, off-the-shoulder black dress is something the Hyland's character, Haley, would wear on the show whereas her sweater and skirt ensemble is something Winter's character, Alex would wear. — Morgan M. Evans, Fox News, "'Modern Family' star Ariel Winter defended by fans after troll slams her 'sexy' dressing," 30 Aug. 2018 It’s all framed by the coarse beauty of Naples, and confirms that nothing’s sexier than the classics: marble gods, ecstatic saints, Italian sunsets, white briefs. — Jason Farago, New York Times, "5 Artists to Follow on Instagram Now," 15 Apr. 2020 After all, nothing's sexier than some serious savings, amirite? — Karina Hoshikawa, refinery29.com, "Two Exclusive Sex Toy Deals Just For R29 Readers," 13 Apr. 2020 The synchronized displays of other animals—like fireflies that light up at the same time—are thought to be competitive, showing off which male is the sexiest, rather than cooperative. — Elizabeth Pennisi, Science | AAAS, "Dolphin ‘gangs’ protect their females by vocalizing in sync," 31 Mar. 2020 Kinane The confessional scene, Fleabag Has supplication ever been sexier? — Samantha Highfill, EW.com, "The most memorable shipper moments of 2019," 17 Dec. 2019 The legacy fashion house held its 2020 Metiers d'Art show in Paris yesterday and Virginie Viard's third collection for the brand was noticeably sexier. — Lauren Alexis Fisher, Harper's BAZAAR, "Ready or Not, Chanel Is Bringing Hip Chains Back," 5 Dec. 2019

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“Sexy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sexy. Accessed 26 May. 2020.

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