niminy-piminy

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Adjective
  • The world’s second largest economy has also weathered the historic energy crunch triggered by the conflict better than many of its neighbors – in particular due to its copious strategic oil reserves and embrace of green tech and electric vehicles.
    Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 20 June 2026
  • In particular Ben Rice, who’s off to a breakthrough season, and 38-year-old Paul Goldschmidt, who the Yankees allowed to sit out there as a free agent most of the winter until re-signing him right before spring training for what is now looking as the bargain of the offseason at $4 million.
    Bill Madden, New York Daily News, 20 June 2026
Adjective
  • The composer shows himself a cartoonish James Bond-type, battling with his prissy critics, while also dallying with his seductive wife, who is represented in opulent violin solos.
    Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 3 June 2026
  • As Berenger’s prissy friend Gene, the character who transforms the most during the course of the play, Phillip Taratula changes in both body and soul.
    Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 18 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • This month’s nail trends feel less prim-and-proper and more playful—think vivid colors and striking patterns that look like they’ve been pulled straight from a vibrant beach towel, fruit stand, or a sunset.
    Rebecca Norris, InStyle, 18 June 2026
  • And then there’s the prim and unfriendly Stagg, who doesn’t play well with others, who insists on having the office to himself, and who refuses to let the affable Krick be a part of his reports to Ike and the rest of the generals.
    Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 29 May 2026
Adjective
  • Select a compact cultivar, such as ‘Kleim's Hardy' or ‘Crown Jewel', for growing in small spaces or containers, and be aware that these finicky shrubs might not be the best choice for beginner gardeners.
    Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 22 June 2026
  • Hall’s dexterity with finicky varietals is on full display with his entry level Chardonnay and Pinot Noir (both civilly priced at $40 and $45 respectively).
    Katie Kelly Bell, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Adjective
  • Diana was fastidious about controlling her narrative.
    Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 9 June 2026
  • Tugging on the heartstrings can be a cheap trick in the hands of the wrong songwriter, but the genre’s best songs are redeemed by a fastidious eye and a poetic ear.
    Jack Hamilton, The Atlantic, 28 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • The Oscar-winning actress went mostly minimal with her Sheryl Lowe jewelry pieces, save for rings and a dainty earrings.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 June 2026
  • The bottoms add a playful air to any summer ensemble thanks to their dainty print and effortlessly stylish fit.
    Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 19 June 2026
Adjective
  • Being choosy about that content is key.
    Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2026
  • The unique flavors are enough to impress even the choosiest casserole connoisseur.
    Emma Ashe, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
Adjective
  • The finical, fanatical, reciprocal chiselling of mind and matter.
    Christian Wiman, The New Yorker, 6 Dec. 2021
  • However, finical institution Citi is the official presale credit card of the headliner engagements, and Citi cardmembers will have access to purchase presale tickets a week earlier, from Tuesday, May 18 at 10AM PST to Sunday, May 23 at 10 PM PST through the Citi Entertainment program.
    Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 13 May 2021
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“Niminy-piminy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/niminy-piminy. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.

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