as in lovely
of the very best kind
that designer's new line of spring clothing is absolutely fab
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Recent Examples of fab
Windows can be installed on either side of the door and provide tons of natural light, and the pre-fab tiny home kit also comes with flower boxes and shutters for even more whimsy.
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Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2026
On Thursday, the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts — the school founded by Paul McCartney and Mark Featherstone-Witty — teamed up with Sony Pictures UK for a fab four marketing stunt.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 29 Jan. 2026
This is a fab potluck salad that also makes a great dinner at home.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 8 Jan. 2026
Now, a year later, the Jayhawks are game-planning for a Champions Classic meeting with a Blue Devils team led by another fab freshman.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 17 Nov. 2025
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Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 4 Feb. 2026
On Thursday, the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts — the school founded by Paul McCartney and Mark Featherstone-Witty — teamed up with Sony Pictures UK for a fab four marketing stunt.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 29 Jan. 2026
This is a fab potluck salad that also makes a great dinner at home.
—Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 8 Jan. 2026
Now, a year later, the Jayhawks are game-planning for a Champions Classic meeting with a Blue Devils team led by another fab freshman.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 17 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fab
Adjective
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There’s a lovely, gentle soapy smell throughout the hotel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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Although the focus is on architecture, many of the homes in the landmark district have lovely landscaped backyards that guests are welcome to visit and admire.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The Coast Guard is a huge piece of this puzzle, and to be able to see the Coast Guard come to realization is wonderful.—
John Ramos,
CBS News,
18 Mar. 2026
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Something wonderful could drop into your lap in mid-June.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
17 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Malik Reneau was a fabulous player at Indiana.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
22 Mar. 2026
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Have a fabulous weekend, and happy spring.—
Vytas Reid,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Its keyboard and trackpad are mostly as excellent as those on a MacBook Air, only smaller.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
20 Mar. 2026
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These cabins are located amongst the splendor of the Badlands National Park; expect to wake up surrounded by nature and excellent views.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The American military is the best in the world, but deploying that awesome power and risking those lives should be the last resort of a president, not the go-to move.—
Storer H. Rowley,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Mar. 2026
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And does that just look like awesome, human movies about 30- and 40-somethings making terrible choices in their love lives?—
Jada Yuan,
Vulture,
20 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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With various pockets for groups to catch up and a secret bookcase that leads to a private room, Darby Winery is a great option for both excellent wines and unique design.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Mar. 2026
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The settings feature 12 different temperatures backed by infared technology to fit any styling mood (the lower temperatures are great for creating waves without completely frying off your hair).—
Catharine Malzahn,
Glamour,
18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The property is on the top of a plateau with a fantastic view of the surrounding area.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Mar. 2026
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Gosling is fantastic at being irritated.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
20 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Peterson was simply terrific for stretches short and long Friday.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
21 Mar. 2026
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Keeper Angel Aguilar made one terrific save after another to keep his team within striking distance in what could have easily been a deficit of 5-0 or worse.—
Ishmael Johnson,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Fab.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fab. Accessed 23 Mar. 2026.
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