Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for furbelows
Noun
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Two centuries later, frills and flounces are back in style on the heels of the cottagecore bedding scene, allowing your bedscape to embrace its softer side.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
28 Feb. 2026 -
When Hyacinth flounces off to check the hall, Eloise hot on her trail, Sophie begs for a moment of Violet’s time.—
Christina Grace Tucker,
Vulture,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Employing the teeniest of ruffles, this West Elm sheet set features just a hint of twee detailing, almost like a playful coquette.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
28 Feb. 2026
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Manuel then slipped into a stark white dress overflowing with ruffles and shrugged on a matching lace shawl with long fringing over it—all key elements to bringing his hypnotizing moves to life.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
Noun
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No frills, no fancy claims to fame; the Jet Set features the brand’s signature logo-print canvas, a clean and classic silhouette, and luxe gold hardware that goes with everything.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
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Brittany and Devonta Like Chris and Bri during the prior episode, Brittany and Devonta end things outside of the frills of a wedding — and appear to have opposite ideas of what the future holds for them.—
Sarah Hearon,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Results for each race reflect the total statewide or across county borders.—
Caitlin McGlade,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Mar. 2026
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Each eligible municipality, county and tribe will receive about $54,000 for every licensed retail store and microbusiness operating within its borders.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Outtakes, trims, images that never see the light of day in the finished product are sent to Hutchinson to be kept safe in case they’re ever needed again.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
4 Mar. 2026
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From fits to washes to trims, every detail of Sea Jean has been revisited and refined.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
2 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Magnolia leaf and fir branch garland swags drape our staircases, and warm white lights illuminate our trees.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
11 Dec. 2025
Verb
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His death gives shape to the plot, which braids together the police investigation with relevant flashbacks.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
26 Feb. 2026
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Fischer skillfully braids the three stories together, situating them in an atmosphere of creative ferment and reckless churn.—
Michael O’Donnell,
The Atlantic,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Produced by Nyal, the track laces Duque’s suave vocals and Hamilton’s sugary tones on sensual and chill Afrobeats melody.—
Tere Aguilera,
Billboard,
30 Jan. 2026
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For The Union-Tribune On most weekends of the year, Joe Mullins laces up his running shoes and races a 5K in San Diego.—
Eleanor Yang Su,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Nov. 2025
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“Furbelows.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/furbelows. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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