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Recent Examples of gimmicky
Sure, robots can be kitschy and cute, but frankly, their growing presence has begun to irk and distract me, becoming a bit too synonymous with gimmicky pan-Asian hotpot fare.
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Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
Tennessee’s Chris Brazzell has a towering frame (6-5, 200 pounds), but is coming from a gimmicky offense.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2026
My favorite moments happen when Blake leans into the goofiness of his online persona while moving away from the type of gimmicky rap he’s known for and digging deeper into the pop-rap and guitar-driver melodies he’s always explored.
—Donald Morrison, Pitchfork, 14 Apr. 2026
Creating this distinct sense of place, without employing gimmicky tropes (all too easy to do in a place like Hawaii, where a little puka shell goes a long way), is what makes Hualālai stand out on an island of upscale resorts.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
The annual showcase had sometimes become gimmicky, featuring appearances by former players and boosters calling plays.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
You might be haunted by the price tag of a gimmicky feature that turns out to be more fun in theory than in reality.
—Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2026
While outfit recycling isn't new for Kate, the outfit coordination is—the pair are rarely gimmicky.
—Eve Batey, Vanity Fair, 22 Feb. 2026
There was almost something gimmicky about it, less pure.
—David Aldridge, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2026
Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
Tennessee’s Chris Brazzell has a towering frame (6-5, 200 pounds), but is coming from a gimmicky offense.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 16 Apr. 2026
My favorite moments happen when Blake leans into the goofiness of his online persona while moving away from the type of gimmicky rap he’s known for and digging deeper into the pop-rap and guitar-driver melodies he’s always explored.
—Donald Morrison, Pitchfork, 14 Apr. 2026
Creating this distinct sense of place, without employing gimmicky tropes (all too easy to do in a place like Hawaii, where a little puka shell goes a long way), is what makes Hualālai stand out on an island of upscale resorts.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Apr. 2026
The annual showcase had sometimes become gimmicky, featuring appearances by former players and boosters calling plays.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
You might be haunted by the price tag of a gimmicky feature that turns out to be more fun in theory than in reality.
—Hershal Pandya, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2026
While outfit recycling isn't new for Kate, the outfit coordination is—the pair are rarely gimmicky.
—Eve Batey, Vanity Fair, 22 Feb. 2026
There was almost something gimmicky about it, less pure.
—David Aldridge, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gimmicky
Adjective
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Capricorn December 22 – January 19 A sharp conversation could unlock practical momentum surprisingly fast today.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
12 May 2026
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What begins as one practical step could raise your profile significantly.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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Until young forwards pushed them out of the lineup, Ryan Strome and Frank Vatrano were useful on the ice and in the dressing room.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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This is actually useful because Velotric includes a dedicated button for switching classes on the controller.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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While the story is fundamentally the same as the original production — man discovers wife is having an affair, man then plots for his wife’s murder, man then must evade the cops — Hatcher brings the story to the 21st century in many ways.—
Amy Reyes
May 14,
Miami Herald,
14 May 2026
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Chaiyaphum is the Thai province where the original fossils were discovered.—
Briana Alvarado,
ABC News,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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With MyRecipes, your personal home for recipes, easily save and organize your favorites, plus thousands more, in one convenient place.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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While some options are more convenient than others, the most important thing to consider is your pet’s overall well-being.—
Jessie Quinn,
USA Today,
10 May 2026
Adjective
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Following its founding in 1963, the gallery embarked on an adventurous run that included exhibitions for artists such as Warhol, Tinguley, Gerhard Richter, Sol LeWitt, Donald Judd, Anthony Caro, and Bruce Nauman during its first decade.—
Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
9 May 2026
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The menu puts the focus on perfectly charred steaks and chops (the 32-ounce ribeye is ideal for two) while a few surprises like short rib ramen, pierogi stuffed with farmers cheese, and cauliflower steak satisfy more adventurous eaters.—
Taryn Shorr-Mckee,
Midwest Living,
8 May 2026
Adjective
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In 2019, the Gucci and Saint Laurent owner launched the Kering Generation Award to scout innovative talent worldwide—an initiative that has since expanded to include a dedicated jewelry edition.—
Jasmin Malik Chua,
Footwear News,
12 May 2026
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Democrats in Congress have questioned the legality of some of those efforts, including a program that offers drugmakers expedited reviews for innovative medicines.—
Matthew Perrone,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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Kwan’s novel trilogy followed the romance of Rachel Chu (Constance Wu) and Nick Young (Henry Golding) as Rachel entered Nick’s elite world of billionaires in Singapore.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
10 May 2026
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De la Sanch, an assistant professor of environmental science and studies at DePaul University, suggests the reemergence and spread of novel viruses like hantaviruses may be due to climate change, deforestation and urbanization.—
Allison Kiehl,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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That was such an incredible, ingenious move.—
Payton Turkeltaub,
Variety,
8 May 2026
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Carney briefly quickens the rhythm in the middle, an ingenious little trick that makes the whole song seem anxious.—
Grayson Haver Currin,
Pitchfork,
7 May 2026
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“Gimmicky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gimmicky. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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