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as in nonchalant
having or showing freedom from worries or troubles
his debonair dismissal of my inquiry concerning his financial situation led me to believe that nothing was wrong
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as in sophisticated
having or showing very polished and worldly manners
the debonair gentleman charmed all of the ladies in the room
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Recent Examples of debonair
The Metropolitan Museum of Art's annual fashion extravaganza is back, and this time, the event is paying homage to the debonair flair of Black menswear and its evolution over the centuries.
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Edward Segarra, USA Today, 3 May 2025
Gabriel Macht completed his three-episode arc on NBC’s Suits LA on Sunday night, returning as Harvey Specter, the debonair longtime friend of the spinoff’s lead character, Ted Black (Stephen Amell).
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 27 Apr. 2025
Alongside his radio and music pursuits, Martindale found success on television as well, ultimately becoming a perennial figure as a smiling and debonair game show host.
—David Daniel, CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2025
After wrapping up his nine-season run as the debonair, suave super lawyer on the USA drama Suits in 2019, Macht intentionally stepped away from acting in order to refocus his attention on spending more time with his family and raising his two young children.
—Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 11 Apr. 2025
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Edward Segarra, USA Today, 3 May 2025
Gabriel Macht completed his three-episode arc on NBC’s Suits LA on Sunday night, returning as Harvey Specter, the debonair longtime friend of the spinoff’s lead character, Ted Black (Stephen Amell).
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 27 Apr. 2025
Alongside his radio and music pursuits, Martindale found success on television as well, ultimately becoming a perennial figure as a smiling and debonair game show host.
—David Daniel, CNN Money, 15 Apr. 2025
After wrapping up his nine-season run as the debonair, suave super lawyer on the USA drama Suits in 2019, Macht intentionally stepped away from acting in order to refocus his attention on spending more time with his family and raising his two young children.
—Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 11 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for debonair
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Actress January Jones channeled Isabel Marant’s nonchalant French-girl style by wearing an oversized sweater and cutoff jean shorts to a dinner hosted by the designer.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
12 June 2025
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The partnership marks a stylistic evolution for White, who previously channeled classic Americana and nonchalant cool in campaigns for Calvin Klein.—
Joelle Diderich,
Footwear News,
10 June 2025
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Designer Rosanna Bossom and new owner Tara MacBain have blended a sophisticated touch with the exuberance of the 1970s in what was once a sort of gentlemen’s club, and that is now open to everyone, with an alfresco terrace emphasizing its unwavering attachment to the neighborhood.—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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With a clean ring pattern in a range of sophisticated colors, these sets achieve a summer-ready trifecta: crisp, cool, and utterly transportive.—
Shoko Wanger,
Architectural Digest,
16 June 2025
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What started as a carefree girls' trip was nearly fatal for 34-year-old Emily Jansson, a Canadian woman who suffered a massive pulmonary embolism midair during a long-haul flight.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
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In a carefree video, the supermodel frolicked on the beach, all smiles in a two-piece swimsuit.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2025
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Their pet platypus, Perry (Dee Bradley Baker), who continues his double life as the suave Agent P, who's always one step ahead of Dr. Doofenshmirtz (Dan Povenmire), the bumbling evil scientist trying to take over the Tri-State Area.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
7 June 2025
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Dakota Johnson stars as a disaffected matchmaker who’s disarmed by a suave private equity broker played by Pedro Pascal.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
6 June 2025
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Simulating data poisoning, rare clinical conditions and system failures, then automating rollback triggers, ensures graceful degradation.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
17 June 2025
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Audiences expect costume epics to be beautiful and kinetic – flying swords, graceful choreography.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
17 June 2025
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Vance was similarly cavalier about the Administration’s noncompliance with court orders—and even about the fact that Abrego Garcia, convicted of no crime in the United States or El Salvador, has been imprisoned indefinitely.—
Ruth Marcus,
New Yorker,
25 May 2025
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Meet my very good boys (pictured): Scooter is a nine-year-old cavapoo (cavalier King Charles spaniel and poodle mix).—
Kathy Barnes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 May 2025
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Iran has been stringing along international watchdogs and civilized nations for years regarding its nuclear program.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
18 June 2025
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The whole world, the United States, and Europe must finally respond as a civilized society responds to terrorists.—
Isabel van Brugen,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 June 2025
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The reaction online has been swift and affectionate, with some commenters sharing their own stories of pets with unbreakable bonds while others simply poked fun at the lighthearted viral moment.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 June 2025
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With a focus on texture and fine materials, each piece is made in Spain with delicate care and detail, honoring the art of craftsmanship, with a lighthearted feel that is perfect for warm-weather dressing.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
24 June 2025
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“Debonair.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/debonair. Accessed 30 Jun. 2025.
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