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
Is everybody feeling peachy keen?
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Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 24 Feb. 2026
But not everything is peachy keen in the newsroom.
—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
Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 24 Feb. 2026
But not everything is peachy keen in the newsroom.
—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
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Marquinhos — Brazil/PSG The grizzled leader of PSG’s excellent defence occupies a similar role for Brazil, and his partnership with Gabriel will be the foundation for any deep World Cup run.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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Watts got another excellent chance in the waning seconds, but the Patriots defense forced the shot to go wide.—
Jack Murray,
Boston Herald,
11 June 2026
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Cutting a ribbon, celebrating this wonderful binational relationship, and the wonderful Gordie Howe Bridge that is the new crossing linking Windsor and Detroit.—
Paula Wethington,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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However, while this plant is wonderful for home gardens and dinner tables, not all plants will work well as its neighbor.—
Michelle Mastro,
Martha Stewart,
9 June 2026
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Accessibility The Dominick is a dog-friendly property– where pups under 25 pounds are allowed for a lovely stay (for a $250 pet fee).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
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The crochet eyelet design gives this set an expensive feel, and the skirt hits at a lovely spot between midi and maxi.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
10 June 2026
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Having a product [like the serum] cover five steps in one is so awesome.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
4 June 2026
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His latest victory is some awesome YouTube content.—
David Hookstead OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
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Roberto Duran, the Central American nation’s most famous son, is one of the greatest boxers in history.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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The Lincoln home site provides another dimension to the study of the man often cited as the nation’s greatest president.—
USA TODAY Network,
USA Today,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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That was in the month of April, and in the month of September, Nick gathered together five other terrific actors.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2026
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Delane plays with terrific foot speed, loose hips and elite body control on an island.—
Jesse Newell,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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Midfielders Tyler Adams is a superb defensive midfielder.—
Michael Lewis,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Fathers with impeccable taste are sure to resonate with the idea of a sumptuous brunch, a barbecue concert or a superb wine dinner.—
Laura Ness,
Mercury News,
9 June 2026
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The backstory The 1 Hotel has taken over what was formerly the Hotel Vitale, which always had fabulous bones (lots of windows, spacious guest rooms) but had been feeling a little frayed for the last few years of its existence.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Attorney Jeffrey Kessler, who is fabulous at his job, seriously had this to say following the hearing.—
Trey Wallace OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
2 June 2026
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