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as in sexy
sexually attractive a bodacious Hollywood couple always followed by paparazzi

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Recent Examples of bodacious Awakened romantically and politically by Cinderella’s bodacious thoughts, the prince opens his next ball to all citizens of every stratosphere. Darren Franich, Vulture, 26 Mar. 2025 Okay, okay — even though my spindly frame and past-his-prime age both immediately disqualify me from membership in this band of bodacious biceps, I am intrigued. Dalton Ross, EW.com, 3 Apr. 2025 Others suspected there was more history to the bodacious look. Rosa Rahimi, CNN Money, 2 Apr. 2025 The man drenches her body in petroleum, then uses it to make expressionist paintings that decorate his bodacious seaside villa. Jordan Mintzer, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for bodacious
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  • So far, the World Games 2025 is the most prominent global appearance for this hip hop dance form since the Paris Olympics in August 2024, at least in a sporting context.
    Jason Pu, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2025
  • Sawfish look prehistoric and are named for their most prominent feature: their long, flat rostrum, with spiky scales that look like teeth.
    Jack Prator, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • The look was finished with a silk tulle veil, crystal beaded Manolo Blahnik satin sandals and a pair of sheer elbow gloves.
    Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 14 Aug. 2025
  • Founder Samantha Brett emphasizes layering SPF over makeup, with formulas like their Beauty Screen Mineral Tints providing SPF50 protection in a sheer, wearable finish.
    Laia Farran Graves, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025
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  • Any ranking of the sexiest subset of people is bound to be met with a healthy dose of skepticism.
    Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 6 Aug. 2025
  • But sacks are sexier and can be far more destructive to an offense.
    John Romano, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 July 2025
Adjective
  • There's a noticeable difference between similar comforters made with down and down alternatives.
    Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 22 Aug. 2025
  • The lines on the court illustrate the noticeable boundary differences.
    Merlisa Lawrence Corbett, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2025
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  • Chris McGrath/Getty Images Just imagine if the Russian leader were to announce not only a commitment to peace but also an unconditional pledge to return the 20,000 Ukrainian children his forces have illegally abducted since the full-scale invasion of February 2022.
    Irwin Redlener, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Aug. 2025
  • Osborn sided with the remaining two factions, demanding immediate and unconditional emancipation and boycotting products from places that used slave labor.
    Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
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  • In Mexico, English and Spanish are desirable; in Canada, French is considered an asset.
    Michelle Kaufman August 12, Miami Herald, 12 Aug. 2025
  • Some of the most desirable brands let the product speak for itself rather than resorting to conspicuous branding and flashy gimmicks.
    Matteo Atti, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2025
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  • Soon, attention will turn back to the pitch for what will probably be another dramatic campaign.
    Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2025
  • Its comp sales were bolstered by 4.7% increase in online sales against a dramatic 5.7% decline in store sales.
    Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • The clip, filmed from inside a car, shows the dog with his mouth agape, staring in utter disbelief at the sight outside the window.
    Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Aug. 2025
  • This cookie was soft, nutty, salty, sweet—bite after bite, its utter deliciousness washed over me.
    Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 15 Aug. 2025

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“Bodacious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bodacious. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.

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