FANCYWORK Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

fancywork

noun

Definition of fancywork

as in embroidery

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Noun

The ‘90s fashion legend shared a photo dump of her wearing a plunging white one-piece bikini that was covered in subtle eyelet embroidery.

— Lara Walsh, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026
If football isn't your thing, don't miss the brand's collab with Abbode, a super-cute collection of totes, button-down shirts and more featuring New York City-centric embroidery throughout.

— Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of embroidery

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Phase one will cover improvements to common areas as well as unit amenities, according to the bond documents.

— Bloomberg, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026
Included in the recent makeover are improvements to the labor and delivery unit, the obstetric recovery area and ultrasound room.

— Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of improvement

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The game will be available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC, with PS5 Pro enhancements and Xbox Play Anywhere.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026
The researchers will need to determine how broadly the effect works and whether stronger enhancement can be achieved with different materials or cavity designs.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of enhancement

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Its systems integrate with existing operations while supporting cheaper and more efficient enrichment, monitoring, and processing of brine resources across multiple geographies.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026
The lawsuit includes claims of fraud, negligent misrepresentation and unjust enrichment.

— Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of enrichment

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Scaffolding hid the Statue of the Republic’s gilt torso from sight.

— Brian Hamilton, New York Times, 24 July 2026
Over the past month, however, the benchmark 10-year gilt yield has risen by around 19 basis points, while the longer-term 30-year gilt yield has added around 21 basis points, with both seeing choppy trade in the interim.

— Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 21 July 2026

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