as in wise
displaying or marked by rude boldness
irritated his fellow travelers with saucy questions and comments
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Recent Examples of saucy
The 10-track album is full of gorgeous harmonies and fun, saucy funk (check the title track) that will absolutely inspire some ass-shaking, but which also feels mature and deeply considered.
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Katie Bain, Billboard, 7 Mar. 2025
Working with Dolce & Gabbana and styled by Ronnie Hart, Tyla chose a look that felt retro (in a saucy Y2K way), yet fresh.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 13 Apr. 2025
Meaning: Don’t serve saucy chicken wings at a party with an all-white dress code, or a steak that needs to be cut if not everyone can sit down at a dining table.
—Nhu Khue Ngo, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Cover, remove from heat, and let sit 5 minutes longer until liquid is mostly absorbed but noodles are still saucy.
—Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2025
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Katie Bain, Billboard, 7 Mar. 2025
Working with Dolce & Gabbana and styled by Ronnie Hart, Tyla chose a look that felt retro (in a saucy Y2K way), yet fresh.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 13 Apr. 2025
Meaning: Don’t serve saucy chicken wings at a party with an all-white dress code, or a steak that needs to be cut if not everyone can sit down at a dining table.
—Nhu Khue Ngo, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Cover, remove from heat, and let sit 5 minutes longer until liquid is mostly absorbed but noodles are still saucy.
—Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 31 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for saucy
Adjective
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The one that was pretty impactful for me at Cannes, at least life trajectory wise, probably more impactful than all of those other films, came in 2012.—
Chris Gardner,
HollywoodReporter,
18 May 2025
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If not, while national security, stability, and local shipbuilding growth are important, adding levies to tariffs this year may not be wise.—
Phillip Molnar,
Mercury News,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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The new family-friendly version still has plenty to offer, though, namely its colorful blend of Middle Eastern pop, EDM, and reggaeton, and the naturally charismatic Conte, who oozes star quality with every sassy move.—
Jon O'Brien,
Vulture,
13 May 2025
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This sassy, spherical astromech droid is the unexpected heart of the new films, injecting the series with both comedy and some surprisingly poignant moments.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
7 May 2025
Adjective
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Pascal’s cheeky appearance at the Eddington evet comes one day after he, Stone and Butler, 33, made headlines for their run-in with a bee on the Cannes carpet.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
17 May 2025
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But pulling someone for a cheeky chat on the private Love Island terrace?—
Olivia Crandall,
Vulture,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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What made the biggest difference in her journey was intermittent fasting, and sticking to clean foods through her fresh food delivery service.—
Vanessa Etienne,
People.com,
20 May 2025
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The producers of the Peppa Pig series promise fresh storylines and new characters after the family has grown to five members with Evie’s arrival.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
20 May 2025
Adjective
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The healthcare system is filled with bold promises and complicated policies.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Shoppers can choose between neutral hues including ivory, navy, and brown, or opt for bold yellow, red, or green.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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One chord appears to speak to the other, sounding almost impudent in their simplicity, equal parts ecstatic and heartbreakingly melancholic.—
Sam Davies,
Rolling Stone,
10 Mar. 2025
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In short, Moscow sees Montenegro as both strategically valuable and an impudent upstart that has thumbed its nose at the Russian bear while genuflecting before NATO and Washington.—
Edward P. Joseph,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Dec. 2016
Adjective
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That theft is believed to have led to the brazen kidnapping in suburban Connecticut of the parents of one of Lam’s alleged co-conspirators by a crew of thugs from Florida who prosecutors say planned to hold the parents for ransom from their newly rich son.—
Dan Mangan,
CNBC,
15 May 2025
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The brazen shooting of Thompson, in Midtown Manhattan, captured international attention and surfaced deep public resentment toward the healthcare industry.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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Disco introduced significant use of synthesizers, electronic pianos and orchestral instruments, such as brassy horns and silky strings, and often featured repetitive lyrics.—
Alice George,
Smithsonian Magazine,
18 Apr. 2025
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The brand recommends working it into your wash routine as needed to target brassy strands, and leaving it in for approximately one to three minutes before rinsing to experience the full effects.—
Victoria Moorhouse,
Glamour,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Saucy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/saucy. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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