variants
or pizazz
as in appeal
the power of irresistible attraction
he doesn't have the pizzazz to be a leading man in the movies
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Recent Examples of pizzazz
That’s the epitome of giving back to the community with pizazz.
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Joe Dwinell, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
The textural design offers enough pizzazz while still being flattering—not an easy goal to achieve.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2026
Riding on 21-inch alloy wheels, our Lexus RX350h F-Sport tester had exterior pizzazz and looked great with its recent redesign.
—Marc D Grasso, Hartford Courant, 21 Mar. 2026
But that’s part of her pizzazz as an actor.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 20 Mar. 2026
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Joe Dwinell, Boston Herald, 5 Apr. 2026
The textural design offers enough pizzazz while still being flattering—not an easy goal to achieve.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2026
Riding on 21-inch alloy wheels, our Lexus RX350h F-Sport tester had exterior pizzazz and looked great with its recent redesign.
—Marc D Grasso, Hartford Courant, 21 Mar. 2026
But that’s part of her pizzazz as an actor.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 20 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for pizzazz
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pizzazz
Noun
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Still, very few modern pop stars are doing what Mars is doing in making seemingly timeless music with such broad appeal.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
14 May 2026
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While clinics in Seoul and Dubai emphasize injectables and skin treatments, retreats like The Ranch appeal to celebrities who want a fuller reset — combining exercise, nutrition and recovery in a setting designed to feel removed from daily life.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Kolonaki Square is its epicenter, but the construction of the new metro stop there has momentarily killed its charm.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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In addition to the handbags, the line will also offer ready-to-wear, footwear and bag charms, all of which can be customized.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
14 May 2026
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Even seemingly benign alterations for aesthetic reasons are prohibited, such as removing the photojournalist’s own shadow or evidence of their camera equipment, removing an unsightly wire or fencepost, or airbrushing someone’s facial features to increase attractiveness.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
7 May 2026
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Kenya’s data center market is projected to triple to $805 million by 2031, according to a new report, with the country’s renewable energy mix among the factors boosting its attractiveness.—
Martin K.N Siele,
semafor.com,
6 May 2026
Noun
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As public fascination with the case has intensified online, so too has criticism over the pace of the investigation.—
Danielle Bacher,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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And his fascination with Xi hasn’t ebbed.—
Vivian Salama,
The Atlantic,
14 May 2026
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But Cannes won’t be completely devoid of glamour.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
11 May 2026
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The first Devil Wears Prada was about a makeover, glamour, things like that.—
Pamela McClintock,
HollywoodReporter,
11 May 2026
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But in hiring the three-time Stanley Cup winner, the Ducks earned credibility in terms of coaching acumen and became an attraction for players.—
Eric Stephens,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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It is housed in the same building as the attraction’s affiliate, The Escape Game, which opened in 2015 and took hold in the world of escape rooms.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Pizzazz.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pizzazz. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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