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noisy and exciting activity meant to attract attention
show-business razzmatazz
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Recent Examples of razzmatazz
Here are just a few… Communal singing A hymn written by a dying Anglican cleric in the 1800s might not scream ‘pre-match razzmatazz’, but the pre-kick-off rendition of Abide With Me has become a staple of the build-up to FA Cup finals.
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Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
Adding to the festive razzmatazz—and unquestionably broadening the appeal of the games—Beyoncé, arguably Houston's most-famous daughter, has been drafted in as the half-time performer during the Ravens-Texans matchup.
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Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
18 Dec. 2024
The authentic storytelling these players offer, linked to nature and evoking a simple, slow lifestyle, as well as their ability to create feel-good moments around convivial occasions without the razzmatazz often surrounding fashion events is what the designer appreciates most.
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Sandra Salibian,
WWD,
2 Dec. 2024
At press conferences, the manufacturers try to outdo one another with razzmatazz presentations as their latest wares make their glitzy debuts before heading out into showrooms around the world.
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Stephen Cass,
IEEE Spectrum,
27 Oct. 2017
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Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
Adding to the festive razzmatazz—and unquestionably broadening the appeal of the games—Beyoncé, arguably Houston's most-famous daughter, has been drafted in as the half-time performer during the Ravens-Texans matchup.
—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
18 Dec. 2024
The authentic storytelling these players offer, linked to nature and evoking a simple, slow lifestyle, as well as their ability to create feel-good moments around convivial occasions without the razzmatazz often surrounding fashion events is what the designer appreciates most.
—
Sandra Salibian,
WWD,
2 Dec. 2024
At press conferences, the manufacturers try to outdo one another with razzmatazz presentations as their latest wares make their glitzy debuts before heading out into showrooms around the world.
—
Stephen Cass,
IEEE Spectrum,
27 Oct. 2017
See All Example Sentences for razzmatazz
Recent Examples of Synonyms for razzmatazz
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After decades of decline, the historic building reopened to much fanfare as a luxury property in 2024 (Travel + Leisure dubbed it Europe’s most spectacular new hotel that year).
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The Netherlands’ walk certainly drew some fanfare in Dallas and Houston earlier in the World Cup.
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The major British social event kicked off Tuesday, June 16, 2026, and features five days of thoroughbred horse racing, tradition, pomp and, of course, fashion.
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Naturally, the United States semi-quincentennial will be celebrated with real pomp here.
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Over the weekend, the city will hold its popular Pride parade.
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Arthur also pulled together five quieter, more sensory-friendly options in the Charlotte area — including Birkdale Village’s annual midday block party and bike parade, where the Huntersville Fire Department traditionally splashes the crowd before the festivities.
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Minimize decorations if your storage is displayed.
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Dotted across Saudi Arabia’s dark green home jersey are symmetrical lavender squares or diamond shapes, a tribute to doorway decoration — namely geometric, triangular architecture — commonly seen in homes in the kingdom.
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The building hosted many notable events, including the Miss USA pageant in 2001 and 2002, a rally by President Barack Obama, concerts by Prince, Whitney Houston, Ludacris, LL Cool J and many others.
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The store became a sponsor of the Miss World beauty pageant, and John served as a judge for Miss Universe Great Britain, a significant recruiting pipeline for models.
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In the British social calendar, no event quite matches the prestige, pageantry and formal dress protocols of Royal Ascot.
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Yet the lasting image of Trooping pageantry was not one of absence.
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“Razzmatazz.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/razzmatazz. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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