How to Use fancy in a Sentence

fancy

1 of 3 verb

• Which horse do you fancy in the Derby?
• Not even a dreamy-eyed middle-school kid would fancy such a thing.
  — Bruce Jenkins, San Francisco Chronicle, 27 Nov. 2021
• Leeds make it through… just Do Leeds fancy a cup run?
  — Beren Cross, New York Times, 15 Feb. 2026
• The Wolves fancy themselves to be in the same tier.
  — Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 7 May 2026
• The two teams both fancy themselves as ones built for the playoffs.
  — Dallas News, 12 Apr. 2022
• Laena is 12 years old, and the king doesn't much fancy the idea of a child bride.
  — Philip Ellis, Men's Health, 11 Sep. 2022
• Few teams will fancy their chances against the co-host, which was so well supported by the home crowd.
  — Ben Church, CNN Money, 18 June 2026
• In true New York style, there are a range of options, from no-frills to fancy.
  — New York Times, 17 Nov. 2021
• To anyone reading this who fancies a career as a showrunner, don’t do it that way!
  — Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 5 Oct. 2023
• Today, at least three younger Tamil film stars fancy their chances as successors.
  — The Economist, 21 June 2019
• Will fancy their chances of more shock moments against Ecuador and Ivory Coast.
  — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 17 June 2026
• Will fancy their chances of more shock moments against Ecuador and Ivory Coast.
  — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 20 June 2026
• If Yungblud led a cult, many would join — even those who fancy themselves hard to persuade.
  — Maria Sherman, SPIN, 2 May 2022
• On the one hand, Ramsay fancies himself as a footballer.
  — James Horncastle, New York Times, 24 June 2026
• Of course every astronaut fancied himself a large, and why not?
  — Craig Hlavaty, Houston Chronicle, 13 Apr. 2018
• Before going to a movie, film lovers might fancy some refreshments.
  — George Avalos, latimes.com, 6 Mar. 2018
• Here are some holiday weekend gatherings for your to-do list, from free to fancy like.
  — Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 29 Dec. 2022
• City’s serial winners will fancy their chances of lasting the pace, so the title has to be the aim.
  — Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
• The Ghost Trap bar will also be open to those who fancy something with a bit of spirit.
  — K.j. Yossman, Variety, 20 Nov. 2023
• For those who fancy a freckled look, the Marine Drest freckle pens are a breeze to use.
  — Cristian Esteban, Rolling Stone, 21 Dec. 2023
• Swansea are fighting for their lives and should fancy their chances against mid table Everton.
  — SI.com, 13 Apr. 2018
• Sailors, at least, love the wind, and there are even some oddballs who fancy a bit of fog (they’re called Londoners).
  — Josh Condon, Robb Report, 11 Mar. 2023
• And Ripi fancies itself as a disruptor.
  — Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 19 Mar. 2026
• For those who feel the draw to fancy robes over sweatpants or yoga gear, there is a new sustainably minded brand on the market.
  — Harper's BAZAAR, 24 Sep. 2020
• Canada might also fancy their chances of scoring more goals against the Qataris than the Swiss managed here.
  — Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 13 June 2026
• For the holidays, the light fixture was fancied with greenery and Christmas gnomes.
  — Mary Wakeford, azcentral, 9 Jan. 2020
• And what about the passengers starting a riot at the luggage claim area or the folks who fancy themselves the line police?
  — Christopher Elliott, USA TODAY, 9 Sep. 2023
• Those Penguins teams were either contenders or fancied themselves as contenders for a decade.
  — Josh Yohe, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
• Some have fancied themselves an island chanteuse (Wanda Shirk on Palau).
  — Dalton Ross, Entertainment Weekly, 23 Sep. 2025
• The leisure travel industry has quite a legacy to fulfill — fancy a trip up to Mars, anyone?
  — Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2021

fancy

2 of 3 noun

• His plans to build a new stadium are the product of pure fancy.
• Critics have dismissed his plan as mere fancy.
• None of those strike your fancy?
  — Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 7 Nov. 2025
• The fancy can’t cheat so well as it’s famed to do.
  — Michael Robbins, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
• Take a scroll through the look book and see what strikes your fancy!
  — Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 23 Sep. 2025
• His backheel shot caught the fancy of fans.
  — Pete Grathoff june 10, Kansas City Star, 10 June 2026
• If those fills don’t fit your fancy, don’t worry.
  — Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 9 Mar. 2026
• Your flights of fancy can lead you astray during the next two to three weeks.
  — Tribune Content Agency, oregonlive, 10 May 2021
• If one of those trails doesn’t catch your fancy, there are plenty more.
  — Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 11 Sep. 2025
• Some pastry chefs like to get a little fancy with their add-ons.
  — Hannah Yasharoff, USA Today, 22 Nov. 2025
• Peruse the shelves for a flavor (or two) that fits your fancy.
  — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 12 June 2026
• Take a look at these four available homes to see which one tickles your fancy.
  — Mary Grace Granados, Dallas News, 16 July 2021
• The story takes some flights of fancy that don’t always track.
  — Bill Goodykoontz, The Arizona Republic, 22 Dec. 2022
• On the ship, if the meals of the day don’t suit your fancy, your butler can step in there, too.
  — Scott Laird, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 July 2023
• If so, a new drink trend on Louisville’s cocktail scene might suit your fancy.
  — Amanda Hancock, Louisville Courier Journal, 31 Oct. 2025
• If those sheets don’t take your fancy, though, check out 15 other luxe sets here.
  — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 15 May 2023
• Each competes to out-fancy the other.
  — Zach Helfand, New Yorker, 24 Nov. 2025
• Not finding anything that suits your fancy?
  — Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 28 Dec. 2025
• This could be a good day to exchange gifts or pick out something that tickles your fancy.
  — Tribune Content Agency, oregonlive, 30 Dec. 2020
• Stir up a pitcher of Tang and pour into any style of mold that fits your fancy.
  — Casey Barber, CNN, 1 May 2021
• Xpeng's own flight of fancy, however, is designed to take to the roads as well as the air.
  — Eamon Barrett, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2021
• If any of those tickle your fancy, stop at Shyboy for music, art and a drink.
  — Sarah Blaskovich, Dallas Morning News, 1 Apr. 2026
• There are also a few other flavors that might tickle your fancy.
  — Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 30 May 2026
• No matter what type of high-vamp heel tickles your footwear fancy, you’ll be set to strut through spring with some pep in your step.
  — Morgan Evans, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026
• Don’t fret, there are also cozy joggers and lightweight shorts that are sure to tickle your fancy.
  — Daisy Maldonado, SELF, 30 Sep. 2022
• Don’t fret, there are also cozy sweatpants and lightweight shorts that are sure to tickle your fancy.
  — Daisy Maldonado, SELF, 25 Mar. 2022
• More ambitious flights of fancy are to come in the weeks ahead as the series tries to push the bounds of the format.
  — Jen Yamato, Los Angeles Times, 5 May 2023
• Check out this list of the best sunglasses brands, one or more of which will absolutely strike your fancy.
  — Ashley W. Simpson, Robb Report, 19 Apr. 2023
• Anything from an Irish stew to a French beef Bourguignon suits my fancy.
  — New York Times, 29 Oct. 2021
• Ultra Skelly is suitable for year-round use if that tickles your fancy.
  — PC Magazine, 14 Sep. 2025

fancy

3 of 3 adjective

• He drives a big, fancy car.
• No need to hunt for a fancy set.
  — Kansas City Star, 11 Mar. 2026
• Need to make things even fancier?
  — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 5 Sep. 2025
• Some were fancy, some were not.
  — Peter Larsen, Daily News, 26 Feb. 2026
• The place isn’t fancy … or hip.
  — Jonathan Shikes, Denver Post, 27 Oct. 2025
• Make sure those fancy beans don't go to waste.
  — Brittany Loggins, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Oct. 2025
• Lue didn’t have to use fancy words, though.
  — Janis Carr, Oc Register, 9 Apr. 2026
• The frozen treat is easy to make, but still feels fancy.
  — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
• Even your fancy cleaver can fit in the three-inch deep slots.
  — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 7 Oct. 2025
• Even your fancy cleaver can fit in the three-inch deep slots.
  — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025
• There never has been a fancy way to treat the flu.
  — Lisa Gutierrez updated January 8, Kansas City Star, 8 Jan. 2026
• Gone are the days of fancy dinners for first dates.
  — Gili Malinsky, CNBC, 2 Mar. 2026
• Fast and fancy, quiche is never a bad idea.
  — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
• Fast and fancy, quiche is never a bad idea.
  — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 13 May 2026
• Pull out the cocktail dress and the fancy shoes.
  — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Dec. 2025
• Denver has a lot of bougie, fancy places.
  — Max Scheinblum, Denver Post, 29 Oct. 2025
• Equal parts fun and a little fancy.
  — Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 26 June 2026
• Though the name sounds fancy, even a novice baker can pull this one off.
  — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 11 Apr. 2026
• Though the name sounds fancy, even a novice baker can pull this one off.
  — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2026
• No fancy handbags in the group.
  — Bill Conerly, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
• What are those fancy carpets called?
  — Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 12 Mar. 2026
• Think of this as the fancy answer to pot roast for dinner.
  — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2026
• This is a tureen not too precious to use but fancy enough to impress.
  — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 4 Nov. 2025
• Actors and singers are obliged to learn a few fancy circus tricks.
  — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 4 June 2026
• Give you a manicure and get you all fancy.
  — Jasmin 'iolani Hakes, Literary Hub, 5 Feb. 2026
• Who gets to try these fancy mocktails, and who falls back on soda?
  — Leah Asmelash, CNN, 1 Apr. 2024
• Wear it open for a laidback vibe, or closed for fancier outings.
  — Caitlyn Fitzpatrick, PEOPLE, 21 June 2026
• Top it off with a lemon twist and rosemary sprigs for a fancy finish.
  — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 27 Apr. 2026
• There’s nothing fancy about it.
  — Suzette Hackney, USA Today, 27 Feb. 2026
• Your fancy soaps deserve to live a long, happy life.
  — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 20 Feb. 2026