as in fanfare
noisy and exciting activity meant to attract attention
show-business razzmatazz
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Recent Examples of razzmatazz
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.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 2 Dec. 2024
Boca foodie fans of Il Mulino also wanted some of that Broadway razzmatazz.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 26 June 2024
The follies’ ensemble dance scenes with the whole cast intermittently provides the show with period fun and plenty of costuming razzmatazz.
—Christopher Smith, Orange County Register, 30 May 2024
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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.
—Sandra Salibian, WWD, 2 Dec. 2024
Boca foodie fans of Il Mulino also wanted some of that Broadway razzmatazz.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 26 June 2024
The follies’ ensemble dance scenes with the whole cast intermittently provides the show with period fun and plenty of costuming razzmatazz.
—Christopher Smith, Orange County Register, 30 May 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for razzmatazz
Noun
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The musical parade is a lively way to send newlyweds into their married life with a little fanfare.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2026
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The chatbot was unveiled with significant fanfare during Carvalho’s annual address in August 2023 and promoted as part of the district’s broader post-pandemic strategy.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
27 Feb. 2026
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There was a whirlwind of pomp and ceremony.—
Natalia Sánchez Loayza,
Scientific American,
26 Feb. 2026
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Ludwig is a cinematic journey into the king’s fantastical world, rich with pomp and gold.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
24 Feb. 2026
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Wearing matching leather coats, the two chatted constantly, pointing at parade formations and singing along with performers.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
27 Feb. 2026
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The planetary parade is a reminder of how planets orbit around the sun and how their positions relative to Earth vary — a key factor scientists consider when planning missions to other planets such as Mars, Haviland noted.—
Lily Hautau,
CNN Money,
27 Feb. 2026
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And many Southerners have an Easter decoration stockpile that almost rivals the Christmas one.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2026
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The exhibition also features video stories from leaders in frog breeding, a frog sculpture, hundreds of feet of faux bark made from recycled cardboard, and other handmade decorations.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Feb. 2026
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Around her, other contestants do the same, each walking in attire connected to their own hometowns and histories, transforming the Miss Mexico Detroit pageant into a space where culture, identity and belonging take center stage.—
David Rodriguez Muñoz,
Freep.com,
28 Feb. 2026
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Sewing my costumes, making my evening gowns for pageants.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
26 Feb. 2026
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The overall result is a series of spaces that explore themes rooted in ecclesiastical pageantry, and the power that’s conveyed through the clothing and visual arts of a monarch or empire.—
Laurie Brookins,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Feb. 2026
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As the pageantry of Bad Bunny reminded, maybe the best way to approach a Super Bowl halftime is by blending the old-school with a lot of new.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2026
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“Razzmatazz.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/razzmatazz. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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