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Recent Examples of bijou
Felix Bischof, theweek, 11 Oct. 2024
In 2018, Yum Brands’ Taco Bell launched a TV commercial for its then-new Nacho Fries that looked just like a sneak preview a viewer might see at the local bijou.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Feb. 2024
Welcome to the world of From Lucie, Franc de Ferriere’s new bakery, which opened this past weekend in the East Village behind a bijou, mustard yellow storefront—and has already attracted lines around the block.
—Jordan Hernandez, Vogue, 19 Jan. 2023
Firstly, Rosemary, a bijou new riad with a calming courtyard and sunny rooftop, from Laurence Leenaert, the designer behind the LRNCE brand of ceramics and textiles.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Nov. 2022
Following is the Wunderkammer room, focused on the maison’s bijou wonders.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 26 Sep. 2022
The street is lined with markets, bakeries, and bijou food shops with rotisserie chickens twirling in the window.
—Zoe Dubno, Vogue, 15 Dec. 2022
In addition to the Christie’s auction, Hubert de Givenchy’s style has inspired a tribute across town, at the Galerie Kugel, a bijou of an antiques gallery on the Left Bank.
—Tina Isaac-Goizé, Vogue, 13 June 2022
The bijou is at home now, on the couch or bed, streaming in ultrahigh definition.
—Peggy Noonan, WSJ, 16 Dec. 2021
Noun
Since Khouri officially launched her business with the opening of her atelier in 2013, she has become known for jewellery that sits somewhere between sculpture and bijou.
—Felix Bischof, theweek, 11 Oct. 2024
In 2018, Yum Brands’ Taco Bell launched a TV commercial for its then-new Nacho Fries that looked just like a sneak preview a viewer might see at the local bijou.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 5 Feb. 2024
Welcome to the world of From Lucie, Franc de Ferriere’s new bakery, which opened this past weekend in the East Village behind a bijou, mustard yellow storefront—and has already attracted lines around the block.
—Jordan Hernandez, Vogue, 19 Jan. 2023
Firstly, Rosemary, a bijou new riad with a calming courtyard and sunny rooftop, from Laurence Leenaert, the designer behind the LRNCE brand of ceramics and textiles.
—Cnt Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Nov. 2022
Following is the Wunderkammer room, focused on the maison’s bijou wonders.
—Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 26 Sep. 2022
The street is lined with markets, bakeries, and bijou food shops with rotisserie chickens twirling in the window.
—Zoe Dubno, Vogue, 15 Dec. 2022
In addition to the Christie’s auction, Hubert de Givenchy’s style has inspired a tribute across town, at the Galerie Kugel, a bijou of an antiques gallery on the Left Bank.
—Tina Isaac-Goizé, Vogue, 13 June 2022
The bijou is at home now, on the couch or bed, streaming in ultrahigh definition.
—Peggy Noonan, WSJ, 16 Dec. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bijou
Adjective
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Some people prefer more minimal styles and want a midi dress that’s simple and elegant and easy to accessorize.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
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The food, elegant and plated with conviction, has shades of both French and Italian influences, and the wine list is among the best in the Queen City.—
Timothy DePeugh,
Charlotte Observer,
1 May 2025
Noun
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On Sunday, traders of every nationality were already scouring its labyrinthine International Trade City, colloquially known as simply Yiwu Market, for samples of festive baubles and tinsel.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
28 Mar. 2025
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Perez said the Legislature needs to resist the shiny new baubles dangled in front of them by lobbyists and special interest groups and cut unnecessary spending.—
Jeffrey Schweers,
The Orlando Sentinel,
26 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The 55-year-old entertainer has been serving up some spring-ready nail looks in recent weeks, last seen wearing minimalist soap nails with a dainty french tip.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
21 Apr. 2025
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One is a dog, one is a daintier version of Reynolds himself, one is a Lady Deadpool, and another is emblazoned with the green colors and red dragon of the Welsh flag.—
Christian Holub,
EW.com,
29 July 2024
Noun
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The top tier has a 40-inch-wide surface area, which is large enough to place magazines and trinkets on one side and a tray with snacks and drinks on the other for entertaining.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
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The store straddles a mood between Californian cool and British rock-star lair, with eyewear displayed amid vintage books and charming trinkets, like a ceramic cigar-smoking Winston Churchill.—
Miles Socha,
WWD,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Rod is yet another exquisite entry on his résumé of ultraentitled, deeply insecure men.—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
2 May 2025
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On Mother’s Day, mom can enjoy limited-time menu items including an exquisite chuyu tataki to start, featuring sushi-grade tuna with a Quechua curry crust, paired with a fresh mango and avocado salad and drizzled with a coconut-aji vinaigrette ($34).—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2025
Noun
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Its national parks often steal the spotlight, but the Golden State's state parks are hidden gems that offer sights, experiences, and landscapes that rival their national counterparts.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2025
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After his Game 5 gem, Yamamoto was solid again in Game 4 of the NL Championship Series (4⅓ innings, two runs, eight strikeouts) and terrific in Game 2 of the World Series (6⅓ innings, one run, four strikeouts), serving as the backbone of a shorthanded, championship-winning pitching staff.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This colorful and iridescent ammonite is the only material classified as both a fossil and a gemstone.—
Laura Baisas,
Popular Science,
16 Apr. 2025
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His family has been dealing in gemstones since the 18th century, but their surname wasn’t a brand until his father, Alexandre, stopped selling stones to important Parisian houses and created his own label in the ’60s.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
22 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Ava has severe cognitive impairment and a rare form of epilepsy.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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The floors were constructed with longleaf pine, rare timber harvested from virgin forests that once flourished in East Texas.—
Hollace Ava Weiner,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Bijou.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bijou. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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