as in elegant
having qualities that appeal to a refined taste
a high-end restaurant with a particularly recherché selection of wines
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for recherché
Adjective
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When paired with the right boots, leggings can even rise to the level of elegant occasion wear.—
Amber Rambharose,
InStyle,
31 Jan. 2026 -
According to interior designers, these four countertop colors are their go-tos for creating modern yet classic spaces that feel elegant and livable.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The nation has long relied on exquisite weaponry — missiles that cost millions apiece and are too expensive to lose.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Feb. 2026
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Hungerstone is a delicious tribute to the inherent horrors of womanhood and the desperate and exquisite vulgarity of desire.—
Gabrielle Bellot,
Literary Hub,
2 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Zoo officials described the birth as a rare and joyful milestone not only for the National Zoo, but for Asian elephant conservation more broadly.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
4 Feb. 2026
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Brook is a rare talent who looks destined to become one of England’s finest ever batters.—
Paul Newman,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Shop it in every length from petite to tall, plus 21 different colors that are all less than $50 while select sets are still on sale.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
31 Jan. 2026
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Members with fewer than 500 stars will fall into the green tier, receiving birthday rewards, early access to select products, personalized offers, and stars that expire after six months unless activity extends their validity.—
Mark Faithfull,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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That said, plain panko works fine—you’ll just need to combine it with a bit of salt, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder before breading the chicken.—
Heather Riske,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Feb. 2026
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Talk about Front Range multi-tasking at its finest.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
1 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The dainty detail, suggested by Wun, had special significance to Osaka and her tennis career.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
20 Jan. 2026
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The shoes featured a lightweight canvas upper, a low profile silhouette, a cotton lace-up fastening and a dainty gold and red Vans shoelace tag.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
20 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Six solid to excellent major leaguers, two average ones and 11 busts.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Use Dryer Balls to Keep Sheets Separated Dryer balls are an excellent tool for combating tangled sheets.—
Anyssa Roberts,
The Spruce,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Recherché.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/recherch%C3%A9. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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