as in excellent
of the very best kind
that's a dandy new racing bike
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as in dude
a man extremely interested in his clothing and personal appearance
that dandy was willing to spend all day and hundreds of dollars just to get the perfect pair of shoes
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as in beauty
something very good of its kind
that new PDA is a dandy
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Recent Examples of dandy
Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2025
This was one of our favorite translations of the evening’s dandy theme.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 6 May 2025
Jailynn Taylor, Essence, 8 May 2025
Dapper Dan, the evening’s ultimate dandy, flaunted a 1936 diamond-and-sapphire brooch, a 1943 pocket watch, and a pair of 1983 sunglasses.
—Ian Malone, Vogue, 6 May 2025
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Adjective
Top 5 Accessory Brands: Spectator Shoes and Haute Hats
Walking sticks weren’t the only accessories that mattered at an event honoring dandy style.
—Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2025
This was one of our favorite translations of the evening’s dandy theme.
—Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 6 May 2025
Noun
From the elegance of Harlem Renaissance suits to contemporary statements on red carpets and streets alike, the dandy is not just a fashion figure but a symbol of resistance and refined self-expression.
—Jailynn Taylor, Essence, 8 May 2025
Dapper Dan, the evening’s ultimate dandy, flaunted a 1936 diamond-and-sapphire brooch, a 1943 pocket watch, and a pair of 1983 sunglasses.
—Ian Malone, Vogue, 6 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dandy
Adjective
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This would not have been possible without tireless work from our excellent lawyers @TheJusticeDept and our Solicitor General John Sauer.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 June 2025
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Along the way, there have been some other expressions as well, including single barrel, barrel-proof whiskeys, a series of excellent cask-strength American single malts, and rye whiskeys made with different grain varietals.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
29 June 2025
Noun
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Now, evidently, dude’s let his guard down and pledged to a band — which is probably good for him.—
Will Hermes,
Rolling Stone,
18 June 2025
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Luke is, first of all, one of the best dudes in the world.—
Melinda Newman,
Billboard,
18 June 2025
Noun
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Hosted by luxury natural hair brand Camille Rose (Black owned, by the way) and sponsored by Wells Fargo, the festival has become a go-to celebration of Black beauty, creativity and community.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
20 June 2025
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Formally brilliant, the pieces have been in love with beauty and have cautiously flirted with representation.—
Vince Aletti,
New Yorker,
20 June 2025
Adjective
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It is filled with many wonderful surprises discoverable to the 200,000-plus visitors who come during the busiest time (November to July) and escapade around its hilly terrain in the signature island vehicle, the mini Moke.—
Melinda Sheckells,
Forbes.com,
20 June 2025
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Steve was a wonderful antidote to Miranda, and Joy is a wonderful antidote in a very different way.—
Daniel D'Addario,
Variety,
20 June 2025
Noun
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The song includes a dig at ex-husband Offset and name-drops her new beau New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
23 June 2025
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And on Sunday, Garner got some love from longtime beau Miller, who planted a kiss on the 13 Going on 30 actress following her final mile.—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
23 June 2025
Noun
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There are still a handful of dream sequences and surreal interludes that seem to want to underscore the show’s deep psychological curiosity, and its unwillingness to be an easy watch.—
Sophie Gilbert,
The Atlantic,
26 June 2025
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Being from New York, it’s always been a dream of mine to play professionally here.—
Jenn Nelson,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
Adjective
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That could mean even greater affordability for smaller businesses adopting AI for their businesses.—
Bernice Ooi,
CNBC,
26 June 2025
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And the dip in oxygen levels caused by apneas may also damage small blood vessels in your brain, putting you at greater risk of cognitive decline and perhaps even dementia.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
25 June 2025
Noun
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Paring payroll and procuring prospects took precedence, prompting wonder whether that run could be waning.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
28 June 2025
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Squid Game could have been a one-season wonder instead of a three-season bummer.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
27 June 2025
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“Dandy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dandy. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.
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