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
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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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Sometimes the world is just too busy and loud!—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
4 Apr. 2026
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Like tens of thousands across the country, Steve Kerr is a loud and proud supporter of his alma mater during March Madness.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
3 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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The experience of Gando will also enrich a timber day-care center now going up on a noisy street in Munich.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
1 Apr. 2026
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Greg Bovino, Border Patrol’s former commander at large, with the big coat that definitely does not give off a Nazi vibe, got one of the noisiest, rock-star receptions at CPAC when he was brought on stage by podcaster Benny Johnson.—
Rob Crilly,
The Washington Examiner,
30 Mar. 2026
Noun
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While there’s no doubt the New England Patriots have long since passed the Red Sox in terms of popularity, Week 1 at Gillette Stadium has nowhere near the charm and pageantry of Opening Day at Fenway.—
Steve Buckley,
New York Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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The pageantry of the event, seeing the royal family gathered together, Kate Middleton’s fashion, and, yes, Prince Louis’s antics, be they in the carriage procession or on the Buckingham Palace balcony.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Now, Fort Worth has two flashy new options for Mediterranean dining.—
Bud Kennedy,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Apr. 2026
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In a city rife with steakhouses and flashy openings from around the world, Cantina Contramar is a real celebration of Mexican cuisine and culture.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The whole thing was a striking visual spectacle, too — waves of musicians rising from both sides, backup singers swaying and clapping, spotlights sweeping across the floor as a roaming camera zipped through the crowd like a drone that had just discovered country music.—
Theoden Janes,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2026
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Indeed, Coachella’s other two headliners, Bad Bunny and Blackpink, put on elaborate main-stage spectacles over the weekend that by most accounts left fans feeling both stimulated and satisfied.—
Vanessa Franko,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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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
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Less glitzy, but nonetheless valuable is what Wax Poetics offers its audience.—
Lily Moayeri,
SPIN,
6 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Costco runs, book club integral to daily life Vance, who is expecting her fourth child, works to maintain a sense of normalcy for her and her family despite all the fanfare.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
30 Mar. 2026
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For all the pregame fanfare on Wednesday’s Opening Night and Friday’s Opening Day, Vitello and the Giants haven’t had any reason to celebrate after the game’s final pitch.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
29 Mar. 2026
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“Razzle-dazzle.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/razzle-dazzle. Accessed 9 Apr. 2026.
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