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as in wonderful
of the very best kind
a great movie with groovy special effects
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as in hip
keenly aware of and responsive to the latest developments especially in fashion and entertainment
old college buddies fondly recalling the days when bell-bottom jeans were about the grooviest thing around
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Recent Examples of groovy
Just as a good song can have a groovy beat but a predictable melody, so a piece of fiction can work on some levels but not others.
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Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 3 Apr. 2026
After all, half the fun of attending Coachella is seeing which groovy, free-spirited looks celebrities are wearing on the grounds (in the VIP section, of course).
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 29 Mar. 2026
In my current lineup, the groovy green point slides.
—Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 16 Mar. 2026
This design pairs three greens to create this fun and groovy look.
—Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 7 Mar. 2026
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Joshua Rothman, New Yorker, 3 Apr. 2026
After all, half the fun of attending Coachella is seeing which groovy, free-spirited looks celebrities are wearing on the grounds (in the VIP section, of course).
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 29 Mar. 2026
In my current lineup, the groovy green point slides.
—Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 16 Mar. 2026
This design pairs three greens to create this fun and groovy look.
—Kara Jillian Brown, InStyle, 7 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for groovy
Adjective
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There is great teaching going on, the principal is wonderful.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
28 Apr. 2026
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Claire has been an advocate for courageous stories, an expert at complicated logistics and a wonderful partner to teams across the entire news division.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Walkable neighborhoods like Georgetown and Dupont Circle, hiking and picnicking at Rock Creek Park, and a shockingly hip nightlife and food scene are just some of the surprises the town has up its sleeve.—
Anne Olivia Bauso,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Apr. 2026
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Stand with your feet hip-width apart, with the kettlebell between your feet.—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Ahead, my step-by-step guide to recreate a lovely lunch that will help your bond grow even deeper.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Apr. 2026
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Later on, the sights of Camden Market and Gasholder Park promise a lovely balance between the buzz and tranquillity of London.—
Will Barker,
TheWeek,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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When the city was founded in 1839 as the capital of the Republic of Texas, planner Edwin Waller laid out what’s now downtown Austin.—
Dante Motley,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
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What space the library does have is overwhelmingly downtown.—
Mark Dee,
Idaho Statesman,
25 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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First, that is awesome, what a great community.—
Joe Kinsey OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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It later was immortalized in the awesome painting by the great Norman Rockwell in the 1950s that became a gift to his friend Joyce Hall and remains part of the Hallmark Art Collection.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
23 Apr. 2026
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Shot with cold control in black and white by cinematographer Kyle Deitz, Wiseman’s feature debut is a stylish thriller that launched at regional festivals in 2024; what must have seemed near-future about it then seems almost too present-day in 2026.—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
24 Apr. 2026
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Every summer, stylish crowds congregate along France’s southeastern shores, seduced by the glamorous promise of the French Riviera, spending their days sipping overpriced cocktails at the high-end resorts that line its sandy beaches as if plucked straight from a Slim Aarons photo.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This premise, bolstered by excellent performances all around, could easily have sustained a totally enjoyable TV show.—
Alexandra Schwartz,
New Yorker,
24 Apr. 2026
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Both strikers demand attention from defenders but are excellent off-the-ball runners too.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Massive modern skyscrapers dominate the horizon, complemented by fashionable retail outlets.—
Arthur I. Cyr,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Apr. 2026
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From its round neck and hem to its striped fabric, there are a few things that elevate this Automet top from a basic tee to a fashionable find.—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Groovy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/groovy. Accessed 30 Apr. 2026.
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