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Recent Examples of poshness
Whether a chandelier, a wall sconce, or a stand-alone desk lamp, Pooky showcases a wealth of different light fixtures and continues to innovate with patterns that evoke playful poshness and flair.
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Air Mail, 27 Sep. 2025
Air Mail, 27 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for poshness
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Where dahlias and zinnias offer structure and bold blooms, cosmos add airy elegance to any garden or cut flower arrangement.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
5 Mar. 2026
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Its high-neck design and ribbed hem and cuffs combine classic Irish texture and elegance that also keeps you toasty while walking from pub to pub.—
Gretta Monahan,
Boston Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
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At the once-swank Primrose Hotel, Russian refugees recline on the porch, playing pinochle, watching the night traffic of Collins Avenue rumble down South Beach.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
27 Feb. 2026
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But any good bash kicks off with a good drink, in a cocktail hour here where the varied roster of names mingled in an ancillary room at the swank Beverly Hilton, munching on lobster salad and sliders.—
Rob LeDonne,
Rolling Stone,
1 Feb. 2026
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From evergreen staples from Manolo Blahnik and Jimmy Choo to modern takes from Toteme and The Row (and even a few unexpected picks in bubblegum pink and firetruck red), their wishlist encompasses a lot of bridal styles; and, more importantly, a lot of bridal events.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2026
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Lanterns are a smart pick for spaces that lack electrical wiring, and the minimalist geometric shape effortlessly fits with decor styles ranging from modern to coastal.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The Pixel Watch blends style and smartness in a way most wearables miss.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Who knew a touch of chrome over neutral shades could look this chic?—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
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Rather than the usual Rat Pack retro or duffer chic, this hip oasis is a slightly rugged desert escape.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
Noun
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That’s especially true when there’s so much on-sale stylishness in Amazon’s discounted shoe department.—
Annie Blackman,
InStyle,
15 Jan. 2026
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Cove is much larger, with a more formal service style, but the exactitude is still there, the sense of stylishness, the obsession and the delight.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
11 Jan. 2026
Noun
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What keeps Old Key Lime House thriving after more than a century of service isn’t trendiness but the consistently good time, good food, good service, and great vibe patrons can expect to find here.—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
6 Feb. 2026
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Hydration and trendiness have never looked so good together.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
12 Nov. 2025
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Maybe her coolness intimidates them, or her green eyes.—
Rodrigo Hasbún,
Literary Hub,
24 Feb. 2026
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Barack Obama was a light character; there was a certain coolness to him.—
Derek Thompson,
The Atlantic,
22 Feb. 2026
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“Poshness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/poshness. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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