as in fashionable
having or showing a very high degree of elegance and luxury
Celebrities paraded the red carpet in a wide display of posh outfits. The posh hotel carries a hefty price tag.
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Recent Examples of posh
Speaking at the end of three days of spring meetings in a posh resort in northeast Florida, Phillips said ACC coaches and athletic directors reached consensus on wanting to double the current College Football Playoff model.
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Mark Long, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
The Cox clan would eat dinner at Adairsville’s posh Barnsley Gardens and breakfast at Patty’s, a famous truck stop.
—Mark Bradley For The Ajc, AJC.com, 9 May 2026
Many universities make that experience as deluxe as possible, with posh amenities such as upscale dorms and lazy rivers.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 8 May 2026
This posh inn is located on a 160-acre winery estate in the center of Leelanau County (with many more wineries nearby).
—Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Midwest Living, 6 May 2026
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Mark Long, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2026
The Cox clan would eat dinner at Adairsville’s posh Barnsley Gardens and breakfast at Patty’s, a famous truck stop.
—Mark Bradley For The Ajc, AJC.com, 9 May 2026
Many universities make that experience as deluxe as possible, with posh amenities such as upscale dorms and lazy rivers.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 8 May 2026
This posh inn is located on a 160-acre winery estate in the center of Leelanau County (with many more wineries nearby).
—Erika Ebsworth-Goold, Midwest Living, 6 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for posh
Adjective
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Lakeside or beachside, this flowy poncho top and mini skirt set is a fashionable look for daytime exploration.—
Nneya Richards,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2026
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Ahead, shop more of my mom’s Quince shoe picks for looking fashionable while staying comfortable.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
10 May 2026
Adjective
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Subtle stripe detailing on both the sweater and pant hems gives this knit set a cohesive, stylish edge—and a pop of color—sans sacrificing comfort.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Travel + Leisure,
16 May 2026
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For wardrobe emergencies, try Roo’s Beach near Newquay, which specializes in stylish beach-to-bar clothing.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
Adjective
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Set on a quiet street in heart of the Marais with its lively village atmosphere, luxurious Maison Proust is the ideal refuge for those who appreciate hotels with character, art, literature and history, and who seek a tranquil weekend escape in the heart of Paris.—
Ellie Seymour,
TheWeek,
12 May 2026
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Give your bedscape a luxurious upgrade.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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Today’s wedge sandals feel markedly sleeker, trading bulk for minimalist lines, sculptural heels and refined proportions that elevate the once-divisive shoe into something far more polished.—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
17 May 2026
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Microsoft Office 2024 includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote — all updated with a sleek new interface and powerful AI tools.—
StackCommerce Team,
PC Magazine,
17 May 2026
Adjective
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The interior wipes clean, in the event of spills during transit, and the exterior is composed of a chic faux leather that’s waterproof and durable.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
13 May 2026
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Industrial-chic guest rooms feature exposed brick walls, pendant light fixtures, and sliding barn doors.—
Erin Gifford,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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Fans are already scheming how this might happen — whether Kahan releases a deluxe version of The Great Divide and Bridgers appears, or something else entirely.—
Angie Martoccio,
Rolling Stone,
9 May 2026
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Pick up some Georgia peaches from the farm stand and give them the deluxe treatment.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
7 May 2026
Adjective
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While airlines squeezed in more seats and reduced legroom, premium cabins got all the investment, with new business suites and lavish first-class enclaves.—
Chris Dong,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
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Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomes Trump with a lavish ceremony, then warns him about Taiwan.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
14 May 2026
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“Posh.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/posh. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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