as in excellent
of the very best kind
that popcorn popper is nifty
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as in joke
something said or done to cause laughter
though ostensibly a drama, the play is filled with zingy little nifties that lighten the mood
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as in beauty
something very good of its kind
that joke was a nifty
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Recent Examples of nifty
Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 29 July 2025
Her character is also seen in the Grid riding a nifty speeder vehicle alongside Ares, with Athena’s drones in hot pursuit.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 26 July 2025
However, the No. 1 takeaway is his nifty athleticism and balance to be a threat after the catch — Sadiq was the only FBS tight end last season to average more than 10 yards after catch (YAC) per reception.
—Dane Brugler, New York Times, 24 July 2025
Later, Dalton connected with Hunter Renfrow, who made a catch up the seam and evaded defenders with a nifty change-of-direction move.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2025
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Adjective
Ewers had a nifty throw to Jaylen Waddle for 15 yards in those one on one drills...
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 29 July 2025
Her character is also seen in the Grid riding a nifty speeder vehicle alongside Ares, with Athena’s drones in hot pursuit.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 26 July 2025
However, the No. 1 takeaway is his nifty athleticism and balance to be a threat after the catch — Sadiq was the only FBS tight end last season to average more than 10 yards after catch (YAC) per reception.
—Dane Brugler, New York Times, 24 July 2025
Later, Dalton connected with Hunter Renfrow, who made a catch up the seam and evaded defenders with a nifty change-of-direction move.
—Mike Kaye, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nifty
Adjective
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Last Crumb's cookies are excellent edible gifts, with a luxurious flavor and mouthfeel and the price tag to match.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
16 Aug. 2025
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Gang Green began the night with excellent field position, but it was wasted away after gaining just one first down.—
Antwan Staley,
New York Daily News,
16 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Following Colbert’s ongoing jokes at the president’s expense, Trump has celebrated the talk show’s demise.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
17 Aug. 2025
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Take the verdant Monsieur Chic from designer Brett Johnson’s debut trio of parfums, named after a running joke his late wife, Sarah, would deploy when he got dressed up for date nights.—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
16 Aug. 2025
Noun
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That's the best way to cultivate empathy and compassion, and understand that every culture has its own beauty.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
20 Aug. 2025
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During the Lanna Kingdom, which began in the 13th century, teeth stained from betel chewing were considered a sign of beauty.—
Elizabeth Rayne,
ArsTechnica,
19 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Jalen Coker, a second-year receiver who’s had a wonderful camp, will play Thursday.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Aug. 2025
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The outpouring from the community has been wonderful, and everyone has been willing to help, though there isn’t much anyone can do at the moment, according to Guzauskas.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Like, just write 100 tunes and record them all (laughs).—
Ed Masley,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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Andrés joked in reply, prompting a laugh from Meghan.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
12 Aug. 2025
Noun
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An original work set in the world of 1950s ping pong culture, the film tells the story of Marty Mauser (Chalamet), a young man with a dream no one respects, who goes to hell and back in pursuit of greatness.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
13 Aug. 2025
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Running the largest sports media company in the world is a dream job for Pitaro, a lifelong Yankees fan who named one of his dogs Jeter (as in Derek).—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Guest starring alongside the awesome friends is the legendary Jackée Harry, who voices Granny Williams–Riri’s spunky grandmother.—
Clea Haran,
Parents,
7 Aug. 2025
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Be your awesome coach self, not your own marketing assistant.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Themes Woven from Everyday Wonder Rather than searching for drama, Bone Flute leans into the quiet marvels of everyday experience.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
12 Aug. 2025
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On Helgoland, researchers presented a parade of technological marvels that all depend on the quantum math of Heisenberg and Schrödinger.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
8 Aug. 2025
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“Nifty.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nifty. Accessed 23 Aug. 2025.
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