gaud

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of gaud At the other end is the caricature, butt of flabby jokes, trussed in Las Vegas gaud, voice prostituted to a huge orchestra. San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2019 Even its colors, silver and space gray, seem to have been chosen for their lack of gaud—no blingy gold model here. David Pierce, WIRED, 3 Nov. 2017 In their novels, the disorienting clash between Soviet gloom and American gaud is the source of dramatic tension, exploited for tragedy and, more often, comedy. Nathaniel Rich, New York Times, 24 Jan. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gaud
Noun
  • Another garden mainstay, marigolds bloom from early summer through fall, and they're cherished as ornamentals as well as pest-repelling companion plants.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Aug. 2025
  • Mealybugs can affect all types of crops, ornamentals, and houseplants, including succulents and cacti.
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 31 July 2025
Noun
  • Their distinctive products include lowball tumblers, decanters, and pitchers as well as decor like holiday ornaments.
    Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 31 Aug. 2025
  • Start by selecting a focal point, such as the Grand Duchess Tree or a statement yard piece, then build around it using garlands, mini trees, or complementary ornaments.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2025

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“Gaud.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gaud. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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