as in loud
excessively showy
the razzle-dazzle floor show is simply further evidence that Las Vegas doesn't go in for understatement
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Recent Examples of razzle-dazzle
Alex Badia, Footwear News, 22 Feb. 2026
Marat Khusnutdinov jumped on for Kastelic and, after some razzle-dazzle, McAvoy sent a backhand pass toward the top of the crease to David Pastrnak for the redirection goal for the 3-2 win.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 28 Jan. 2026
In this regard, the makers of some of the year’s most substantial films are reproducing razzle-dazzle strategies that, in recent times, have largely been the province of commerce-striving blockbusters.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 5 Dec. 2025
The result is a tribute to Liza’s resilience behind the rhinestones, a documentary that’s equal parts razzle-dazzle and raw humanity.
—Jordan Runtagh, PEOPLE, 22 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for razzle-dazzle
Noun
Less razzle-dazzle and more intention.
—Alex Badia, Footwear News, 22 Feb. 2026
Marat Khusnutdinov jumped on for Kastelic and, after some razzle-dazzle, McAvoy sent a backhand pass toward the top of the crease to David Pastrnak for the redirection goal for the 3-2 win.
—Steve Conroy, Boston Herald, 28 Jan. 2026
In this regard, the makers of some of the year’s most substantial films are reproducing razzle-dazzle strategies that, in recent times, have largely been the province of commerce-striving blockbusters.
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 5 Dec. 2025
The result is a tribute to Liza’s resilience behind the rhinestones, a documentary that’s equal parts razzle-dazzle and raw humanity.
—Jordan Runtagh, PEOPLE, 22 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for razzle-dazzle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for razzle-dazzle
Adjective
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What follows is a crescendo of bloody madness, including a gruesome toenail cutting scene that shouldn’t be viewed while eating, a grandma being eaten alive by a pack of coyotes and a truly bonkers wake that erupts into laugh-out-loud violence thanks to a pair of dentures.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
17 Apr. 2026
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Devotees love how the aluminum walls and constant but surprisingly not-too-loud ventilation keep the air inside fresh, as does a charcoal filter designed to absorb airborne impurities that can creep into bottles through their corks or caps.—
Emily Saladino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Her Piviano pointed-toe pumps from Jessica Simpson featured a transparent mesh upper covered in rhinestone stripes that gave it a little extra dazzle.—
Tara Larson,
Footwear News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Her midi-length skirt kept the dazzle going with crystals running down the front and back of the revealing piece.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
14 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Step back from a noisy group chat to do something relaxing, because quiet helps practical insights rise.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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These travel résumés detail everything from a client’s board positions to whether they’re accompanied by young, noisy children or less-disruptive older teens.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
11 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The Greek Independence Day Parade is more than pageantry.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
20 Apr. 2026
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Krasnoff, for her part, is watching to see whether the pageantry of the World Cup eventually overwhelms the political noise.—
Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez,
Fortune,
19 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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China has made robotics a national priority, but despite flashy events like the half marathon, the country’s software still lags behind the US’, analysts said.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
19 Apr. 2026
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Restricted footwear, like big boots, or flashy styles with tons of metal hardware are often flagged and asked to be removed.—
Samantha Leal,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Vince wrote his and Linda’s adult children, Shane and Stephanie, into the spectacle.—
Zach Helfand,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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When robots lurched, slipped, and occasionally froze mid-stride at the 2026 Beijing half-marathon on April 19, the internet quickly turned the spectacle into a meme.—
Ni Tao,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Meghan Markle and Prince Harry made a rare appearance at a glitzy Hollywood party last night.—
Meg Walters,
InStyle,
12 Apr. 2026
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This past awards season, Hal & Harper creator Cooper Raiff and his co-star Lili Reinhart crashed a glitzy reception for Song Sung Blue, the biopic for which Kate Hudson went on to receive an Oscar nomination.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
7 Apr. 2026
Noun
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On Friday, folks arrived early to pick up their bib numbers at the Hynes Convention Center and then took in all the fanfare, running gear and highlights at the Bank of America Expo for the 130th running of the Boston Marathon.—
Paul Burton,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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High Hopes The Cybertruck debuted with great fanfare in late 2023, diversifying Tesla’s lineup as a rugged bruiser of a vehicle to counter the sleek Model Y SUV and Model 3 sedan that account for the vast majority of the company’s auto sales.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Razzle-dazzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/razzle-dazzle. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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