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Recent Examples of dressy For dressy occasions like holiday parties or date nights, consider picking up the Sebowel Satin Maxi Skirt, which has a side tie and a drapey design that flares out slightly at the bottom. Isabel Garcia, People.com, 20 Oct. 2024 And prepare for the fall with a new pair of wide-leg jeans that will continue to be the silhouette of the season or a dressy denim jumpsuit in place of standard overalls. Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 22 Aug. 2024 What’s funny is that dressy areas — dresses and men’s clothing — were very strong. David Moin, WWD, 24 Dec. 2024 Soon after, Mescal was then joined by SNL cast member Marcello Hernandez, who happened to be wearing the very same short-shorts (with a dressy button-up, no less?). Christian Allaire, Vogue, 8 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for dressy 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dressy
Adjective
  • With so many celebrities and A-list attendees on the red carpet, the premiere was packed with designer looks and ornate formal attire.
    Julia Teti, WWD, 11 Feb. 2025
  • Though anyone seeking pardons or clemency for a nonmilitary criminal offense can submit a formal petition to the Office of the Pardon Attorney through the U.S. Department of Justice, the president is under no obligation to abide by this advice.
    Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • While attending day two of the 2025 Invictus Games in Vancouver, British Columbia on Monday, Feb. 10, the Duchess of Sussex, 43, kept warm in a super stylish longline coat alongside her husband, Prince Harry, in 20-degree temperatures.
    Angel Saunders, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025
  • The artist whose been on a roll as of late utilized his set to showcase his most stylish era yet.
    Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 10 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • This corduroy blazer is a fashionable yet functional option with a refined notched lapel and single-button silhouette.
    Clara McMahon, People.com, 2 Feb. 2025
  • Celebrities have taken it upon themselves to make the airport terminal more fashionable than ever.
    Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 2 Feb. 2025

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“Dressy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dressy. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.

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