as in excellent
of the very best kind
back is the days when a wienie roast was a peachy keen way to spend a date
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Recent Examples of peachy keen
But not everything is peachy keen in the newsroom.
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Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
Despite Bernstein’s assertions that everything is peachy keen and that strikes are a good sign, the White House was about to rush a team to Detroit to help expedite the discussions.
—Chloe Berger, Fortune, 21 Sep. 2023
All is not peachy keen with Zach and Alexa, however.
—Steven Aquino, Forbes, 25 Apr. 2022
Daniel Caesar had a peachy keen performance thanks in part to Justin Bieber — a guest performance that was arguably day one’s worst kept secret.
—Lyndsey Havens, Billboard, 16 Apr. 2022
To complement her ultra-long peachy keen Oscar de la Renta gown, makeup artist Rob Rumsey created a feline eye look with not-too-sharp-not-too-subtle kitten flicks and fluttery lashes.
—Devon Abelman, Allure, 13 Sep. 2021
Everything is peachy keen in the lives of the teens until Zoya (Whitney Peak) enrolls at school.
—Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 8 July 2021
And questions about why this game is even going ahead: two teams that have placed seven players between them on the COVID-19 list will play a Thursday night football game as though everything is peachy keen.
—Ann Killion, SFChronicle.com, 5 Nov. 2020
Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
Despite Bernstein’s assertions that everything is peachy keen and that strikes are a good sign, the White House was about to rush a team to Detroit to help expedite the discussions.
—Chloe Berger, Fortune, 21 Sep. 2023
All is not peachy keen with Zach and Alexa, however.
—Steven Aquino, Forbes, 25 Apr. 2022
Daniel Caesar had a peachy keen performance thanks in part to Justin Bieber — a guest performance that was arguably day one’s worst kept secret.
—Lyndsey Havens, Billboard, 16 Apr. 2022
To complement her ultra-long peachy keen Oscar de la Renta gown, makeup artist Rob Rumsey created a feline eye look with not-too-sharp-not-too-subtle kitten flicks and fluttery lashes.
—Devon Abelman, Allure, 13 Sep. 2021
Everything is peachy keen in the lives of the teens until Zoya (Whitney Peak) enrolls at school.
—Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 8 July 2021
And questions about why this game is even going ahead: two teams that have placed seven players between them on the COVID-19 list will play a Thursday night football game as though everything is peachy keen.
—Ann Killion, SFChronicle.com, 5 Nov. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for peachy keen
Adjective
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The Steelers will have an opportunity to get back on track against an excellent Green Bay Packers squad next Sunday, before playing the Indianapolis Colts two days before the NFL trade deadline.—
Jon Conahan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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That’s because tipping isn’t in their culture, but Americans still might wish to add gratuity for excellent service.—
Jillian Dara,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Oct. 2025
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She's been gone for over 20 years, and so to win this for a soap opera, playing a villain, is really wonderful.—
Julia Moore,
PEOPLE,
18 Oct. 2025
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Some, like the two headlining Christie’s upcoming Rare Watches auction in Geneva, have wonderful horological anomalies that set them apart from more run-of-the-mill references.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
17 Oct. 2025
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Regardless, Jones should still be a significant part of the rotation — his excellent field goal percentage and contributions in assists and steals are quite lovely.—
Stan Son,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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Undermining the existing system for partisan ends won’t make the picture look any lovelier.—
Michael Hiltzik,
Twin Cities,
16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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But George has been terrific with us, putting him in different spots, different positions.—
Jon Machota,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Boyd is a terrific guy, amazing actor, super sweet.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Oct. 2025
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On our campus, Bobbi Acosta, our (assistant principal), and principal Juan Gonzalez have been more than awesome.—
John Maffei,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Oct. 2025
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That was an awesome couple of months.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Given these complex three-way dynamics, Delhi will likely continue to upgrade ties to the Taliban regime, and support its efforts to gain greater independence from Pakistani influence.—
Happymon Jacob,
Time,
16 Oct. 2025
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Reese had some great tunes for her Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show debut.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
16 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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These stops boast fabulous flights, outdoor patios, world-class sunsets, and serene mountain views, even friendly farm animals at Peaks of Otter Winery.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
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For its relatively small footprint, Hôtel Place d'Armes punches far above its weight from a culinary POV, with a fabulous on-site brasserie, a trendy sushi bar, and a panoramic roof terrace (open seasonally) that’s widely considered one of the city’s best spots for outdoor drinks with a view.—
Siobhan Reid,
Vogue,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Tara Haelle,
Scientific American,
14 Oct. 2025
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An enemy may have invaded your beautiful, green lawn, leaving it ugly and brown.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Peachy keen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/peachy%20keen. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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