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as in graceful
having or showing elegance
the most elegant First Lady in the nation's history the bride's elegant gown received nothing but praise
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as in exquisite
having qualities that appeal to a refined taste
prepared an elegant dinner for the honored guests
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Recent Examples of elegant
From elegant Ginger-Peach Bellinis to refreshing non-alcoholic Ginger Soda, ginger brings a zesty twist to an entertaining drinks menu.
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Kelsey Ogletree, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026
Meanwhile, Yares Art staged a quieter but elegant conversation between Robert Motherwell and David Smith alongside works by Helen Frankenthaler and Anthony Caro, echoing the gallery’s concurrent New York exhibition about the friendship and artistic dialogue between the two artists.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 15 May 2026
These are a hanging basket favorite, as the elegant, dangling flowers really catch the eye when looked at from below.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 14 May 2026
Sit for a spell on the gracious front porch or have a meal in the elegant onsite eatery.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 14 May 2026
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Kelsey Ogletree, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 May 2026
Meanwhile, Yares Art staged a quieter but elegant conversation between Robert Motherwell and David Smith alongside works by Helen Frankenthaler and Anthony Caro, echoing the gallery’s concurrent New York exhibition about the friendship and artistic dialogue between the two artists.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 15 May 2026
These are a hanging basket favorite, as the elegant, dangling flowers really catch the eye when looked at from below.
—Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 14 May 2026
Sit for a spell on the gracious front porch or have a meal in the elegant onsite eatery.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 14 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for elegant
Adjective
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The graceful curve of a corner kick.—
Miceal Chamberlain,
Boston Herald,
19 May 2026
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They can be filled with a cool, soothing, graceful fern or bright blooms that celebrate the heat of summer.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
19 May 2026
Adjective
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Rubin, with the exquisite detail of its images, is well placed to find these types of events, in which stars disappear in explosions that can be too faint for other surveys to see.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
15 May 2026
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New York City is home to more than its fair share of tea rooms ranging from exquisite venues to quaint, intimate settings.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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It had, in fact, been rejected by all three major networks despite Lear’s handsome pedigree (his previous shows included the unequivocal successes All in the Family and Maude).—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 May 2026
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To top it off, Rousey was able to secure a handsome payday for herself and Carano while also positioning herself to become a promoter and player in the MMA world as one of the faces of MVP MMA.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2026
Adjective
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In the very rare instances of direct danger, like encountering a particularly nasty beast with huge scythe claws, getting hit only leads to the screen fading out and Yoshi reappearing at the start of the stage.—
Will Greenwald,
PC Magazine,
19 May 2026
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Prosecutions of Florida officers who fire their weapons are exceedingly rare.—
Ella Moore,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2026
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Special props to the jolly axe-throwing head of adventure, Nye Rees; personable Brasserie maitre d’, Javier Padron; and trainer Peter Sullivan, who explained the finer points of fasting for women whilst crucifying my glutes.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 May 2026
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Lewis’s account of Southern cooking established what are now basic premises of American fine dining.—
Leah Asmelash,
CNN Money,
17 May 2026
Adjective
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Alma is a coffee shop by day (with select pastries and small breakfast items) and a cocktail bar at night with an incredible selection of artisanal tequilas, mezcals, and sotols.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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But outside the recommendations, other producers are free to upload their films, select territories available, and tap 80% of revenues.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
16 May 2026
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“Elegant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/elegant. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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