as in nice
hard to please
my fussbudgety aunt wouldn't even consider a B and B without private baths
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Neither side has been shy of attacking, which has been a nice change of pace compared with the first couple of knockout stage matches.
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Been shooting some nice low scores in these last couple weeks outs here, so that’s something good to pat myself on the back.
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The 5-star analyst highlighted that Pinterest has delivered double-digit global user growth for ten consecutive quarters, with his May data analysis indicating particular momentum in the second quarter of 2026.
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And Freddie becomes a bag man for the civil rights movement, and the Rumford Act in particular.
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Just be careful not to add water, since even tiny amounts can cause melted chocolate to turn into a grainy, clumpy mess.
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Ultimately, the widespread adoption of AI for mental health constitutes a global experiment with both potential benefits and serious downsides that require careful management.
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In a demanding, real-world performance setting — a capstone exercise, a live performance, a high-stakes simulation — the goal is not to eliminate all mistakes, but to stay in control and navigate the zone of being uncomfortable.
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New York crowds are passionate, honest, and demanding.
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Visually, Jaron’s clean lines and subtle stitching give it a timeless look that is anything but fussy.
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This morning, Oprah attended the annual Cannes LionHeart Seminar in an all-white look that felt effortlessly cool; it was elevated without being fussy.
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Select a compact cultivar, such as ‘Kleim's Hardy' or ‘Crown Jewel', for growing in small spaces or containers, and be aware that these finicky shrubs might not be the best choice for beginner gardeners.
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Hall’s dexterity with finicky varietals is on full display with his entry level Chardonnay and Pinot Noir (both civilly priced at $40 and $45 respectively).
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Diana was fastidious about controlling her narrative.
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Tugging on the heartstrings can be a cheap trick in the hands of the wrong songwriter, but the genre’s best songs are redeemed by a fastidious eye and a poetic ear.
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McLaughlin admits that years of parenting picky eaters helped inspire the central idea behind the project.
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Lemon balm is not particularly picky about soil but needs good drainage to return after winter, which is most likely in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 3-7.
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“Fussbudgety.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fussbudgety. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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