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Recent Examples of gimmicky
Having a pair of twins (Jonathan and Brandon Dearden) and a husband-wife duo (Jennifer Lee Jackson and Justin Tootla) was gimmicky, but not inherently bad.
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Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2026
This showdown is less gimmicky than a swing-off, Tony wrote.
—Stephen J. Nesbitt, New York Times, 13 May 2026
However gimmicky or commercial that might seem, bread has surfaced in fashion and art in other unexpected ways through the years.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
Rest assured that, unlike some viral cleaning tricks that may be more gimmicky than genuinely useful, this is one that really can help with light to moderate buildup.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 8 May 2026
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.
—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
The annual showcase had sometimes become gimmicky, featuring appearances by former players and boosters calling plays.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2026
This showdown is less gimmicky than a swing-off, Tony wrote.
—Stephen J. Nesbitt, New York Times, 13 May 2026
However gimmicky or commercial that might seem, bread has surfaced in fashion and art in other unexpected ways through the years.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 12 May 2026
Rest assured that, unlike some viral cleaning tricks that may be more gimmicky than genuinely useful, this is one that really can help with light to moderate buildup.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 8 May 2026
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.
—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
The annual showcase had sometimes become gimmicky, featuring appearances by former players and boosters calling plays.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 7 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for gimmicky
Adjective
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According to China Daily, several Chinese automakers and battery manufacturers are accelerating commercialization efforts, viewing the technology as a practical path toward improved battery performance without the manufacturing challenges associated with fully solid-state designs.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
8 June 2026
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The tiny house features a practical interior with two bedrooms – plus a sofa bed for guests – and has multiple options available, including off-grid functionality.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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Creator cards with follower counts, post volume and engagement are useful signals.—
Gabriel Alin Zainescu,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Our expert take The Ink Business Preferred® Credit Card is an excellent business card with useful benefits, valuable rewards and a generous welcome bonus.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
12 June 2026
Adjective
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The closure was prompted caused by increasing costs and the death of the original owner Mansour Yaghoubian, his son, Edmond Yaghoubian, told The Bee.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
11 June 2026
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She was seen holding a VHS copy of the original Toy Story, signed by members of the cast.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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Disinfecting wipes make everyday cleaning feel effortless, but even the most convenient products have limitations.—
Sarah Lyon,
The Spruce,
14 June 2026
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The explanation is easy and politically convenient.—
Teresa Ghilarducci,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
Adjective
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Most people who go on safari are adventurous and love animals, so seeing the Big Five on land and then experiencing all the marine life in the ocean is unique combination that satisfies so many different interests and passions.—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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Despite her deep love for her family, Lally was propelled away from home by her adventurous spirit.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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James Blood Ulmer, the innovative guitarist who fused avant-garde jazz with funk and the blues, died on June 3, according to a statement his family published via DownBeat.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
9 June 2026
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Korean cushions are known for their innovative skin care-meets-makeup formulas.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
9 June 2026
Adjective
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This moving novel unfurls its truths one letter at a time, filling in a complex and memorable picture of one woman’s life.—
Esther K. Choy,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Obesity has become a massive global health crisis, but the emergence of novel anti-obesity drugs has been a powerful tool in curbing the pandemic.—
Isabella Backman,
Hartford Courant,
12 June 2026
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The complex was impressive and ingenious feat of engineering.—
Pavlo Fedykovych,
CNN Money,
12 June 2026
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Shot in Technicolor, occurring in real time, and edited to appear as four long takes, everything from Birdman (2014) to The Bear likely wouldn't exist without Hitchcock's ingenious work here circa 1940.—
Eric Farwell,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Gimmicky.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gimmicky. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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