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Recent Examples of lacy
Low-growing spike moss (Selaginella) with its cushion of lacy green leaves and stems is ideal for holiday terrariums and tablescapes.
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Nov. 2025
Dressed in a carnival-ready color palette, Lipa wore a lilac Fanci Club bustier corset with lacy red undercladding, paired with indigo blue straight leg jeans, lilac Jimmy Choo Jenna MM mules, a gold chain necklace, and a leopard print Maison Margiela Loved to Death tote bag.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2025
For the red carpet occasion, Ross turned to Dior’s spring 2026 ready-to-wear collection, favoring a look with a bold, lacy statement neckline.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 13 Nov. 2025
Full sun Soil Type: Rich, medium to moist, well-draining
Soil pH: Neutral (6.5-7.5)
With lacy foliage and tall spikes of delicate blue, pink, or white blooms, larkspurs make a lovely addition to cutting beds and cottage gardens.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2025
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Nov. 2025
Dressed in a carnival-ready color palette, Lipa wore a lilac Fanci Club bustier corset with lacy red undercladding, paired with indigo blue straight leg jeans, lilac Jimmy Choo Jenna MM mules, a gold chain necklace, and a leopard print Maison Margiela Loved to Death tote bag.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2025
For the red carpet occasion, Ross turned to Dior’s spring 2026 ready-to-wear collection, favoring a look with a bold, lacy statement neckline.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 13 Nov. 2025
Full sun Soil Type: Rich, medium to moist, well-draining
Soil pH: Neutral (6.5-7.5)
With lacy foliage and tall spikes of delicate blue, pink, or white blooms, larkspurs make a lovely addition to cutting beds and cottage gardens.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lacy
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Their big, frilly mouths opened to reveal kaleidoscopic color schemes—electric lime, violet, and yellow—and no two were alike.—
Susan Casey,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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Both the stems and frilly leaves are put to use in this vegetarian-friendly lasagna, complete with layers of noodles, tomatoes, and plenty of mozzarella cheese.—
Riley Wofford,
Martha Stewart,
31 Dec. 2025
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The latter is breezier, decked out in caramel shades with geometric lights and flowery furniture.—
Laura Goulden,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Jan. 2026
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Fine-art style posters, flowery marketing and the promise of in-person spectacle, along with industry renown, helped drive visitation to 100,000 people by 1927 — an at least 10-fold increase since its founding.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
7 Jan. 2026
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White was one of seven players used by Self in a trimmed rotation that resulted in four players in double-digit scoring and three players with eight points each.—
Gary Bedore,
Kansas City Star,
14 Jan. 2026
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Each accommodation includes a trimmed Christmas tree, fireplace, and outdoor hot tub—ensuring comfort for couples or families settling in for a long winter’s night.—
Wendy O'Dea,
Robb Report,
28 Dec. 2025
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“Lacy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lacy. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.
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