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as in elf
an imaginary being usually having a small human form and magical powers fairies are part of the folklore of many countries and cultures

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adjective

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Noun
  • Featuring humans, elves, orcs and other fantastical creatures engaging in wars, treasure hunts and campaigns, the D&D game, one of Hasbro’s key franchise brands hailing from Wizards of the Coast, is overseen by a host, known as the Dungeon Master, and employs a signature multisided dice.
    Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 13 Feb. 2025
  • Prince on the Shelf A young Prince Harry dressed up as a red and green elf to take part in his school's nativity play.
    Stephanie Petit, People.com, 25 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • The collection was crafted using dreamy textiles including chiffon, organza and satin—essential in the creation of a transcendental atmosphere, with each look practically floating down the runway.
    Elizabeth Grace Coyne, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
  • Other notable features include an infinity-edge pool, an outdoor kitchen, a private dock with a 55,000-pound boat lift, and a rooftop deck with a hot tub for soaking in the dreamy water views.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The Unseelie Court is the bastion of malevolent faeries who harm humans for their amusement or to exact revenge.
    Erik Kain, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
  • That’s in addition to the strange creatures that roam the countryside such as faeries and dragon.
    Rob Wieland, Forbes, 6 Nov. 2024
Noun
  • This is your starting point, and where the brother from the story encountered the water goblin.
    Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Newsweek, 5 Feb. 2025
  • That often means providing upgrades of low level monsters rather than just throwing more goblins at a problem.
    Rob Wieland, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • In the film, Kim Cattrall is a cursed Egyptian princess (yes, that’s right) turned department-store mannequin who comes to life for Andrew McCarthy.
    Carrie Wittmer, Vulture, 4 Mar. 2025
  • Related Articles Keeler: Avalanche’s 2C slot replaced Broncos RT as most cursed position in Colorado sports.
    Corey Masisak, The Denver Post, 28 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Emperor tamarins are dwarf monkeys with whiskers that resemble a white moustache.
    Robert Higgs, cleveland, 1 Feb. 2023
  • The dwarf variety grows to be about 5 to 7 feet, ideal for a small garden or accent in a room with limited space.
    Bryce Jones, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Jan. 2023
Adjective
  • Based on the William Peter Blatty novel of the same name, the story centers on a possessed young girl named Regan (Blair) and the two Catholic priests who perform an exorcism to rid Regan of the demon that has taken over her body.
    Diana Pearl, People.com, 2 Mar. 2025
  • In a possessed rush, Tyler storms up the stairwell, down the corridor and enters the bedroom to tackle Ryan, who has already killed one of Chloe’s friends and staged it as an overdose.
    J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 25 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Earlier this year, Fox, who is known for her unconventional looks, appeared at the Jan. 16 New York premiere of her upcoming movie Presence in a fresh new pixie cut inspired by Jim Carrey's famous alter ego Ace Ventura.
    Catherine Santino, People.com, 4 Mar. 2025
  • The actress’ recent pixie cut was shaped into a sleek style with a side part by Mara Roszak.
    Julia Teti, WWD, 3 Mar. 2025
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“Fairy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fairy. Accessed 15 Mar. 2025.

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