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Adjective
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The late-season fruits are incredibly showy, arranged in dense clusters circling the stems.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
8 Aug. 2025 -
Zinnias also attract butterflies with its showy flowers.—
Clarence Schmidt,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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That is the title of a striking piece of artwork hung high above the London skyline, depicting a brooding photograph of Mikel Arteta marking out something that looked like stream-of-consciousness ideas in black paint.—
Amy Lawrence,
New York Times,
14 Aug. 2025
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With its long, silky coat and striking appearance, the breed is also known for its spirited nature, which can make early training an energetic undertaking.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Aug. 2025
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Transparent — these see-through beauts with wrap-up ankle straps are in a league of their own, saying a lot without ever appearing too flashy.—
Stacia Datskovska,
WWD,
15 Mar. 2025
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Amid the classic, flashy film and television premieres this week at SXSW, the festival also offered a forum for burgeoning creators to showcase their work in the Independent TV Pilot Program.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
14 Mar. 2025
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Another new series, Schooled, which has just unveiled a splashy cast including Bridgerton star Charithra Chandran and Munya Chawawa, is based on its creator’s real-life experience of working in pastoral care at a London academy.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
14 Aug. 2025
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So far, Self-Portrait and MAC Cosmetics has hosted splashy pop-ups inside.—
Denni Hu,
Footwear News,
14 Aug. 2025
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The pool snakes for about a quarter-mile and is cushioned by mangroves that provide ample space for the slick animal to hide.—
Jack Prator,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 Aug. 2025
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Watch out for slippery roads: The first half-hour of rain is when roads are slickest due to a mix of rain, grime, and oil.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Oc Register,
13 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The role of a showgirl is commonly associated with Las Vegas performers, who, unlike traditional dancers, were known more for their flamboyant costumes than choreography.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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The documentary does a deep dive into the life of the titular flamboyant astrologer, beloved and revered by Latino families for multiple generations.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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For Myers, the bold socks and glossy heel offered a fresh punctuation mark — finishing a uniform look that felt equal parts costume, commentary and character study.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
6 Aug. 2025
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And, for something even softer, Kash Doll showed us how to keep beauty natural with a glossy lip, sleek eyeliner, and signature lashes.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
4 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Our cabin lacked a TV or a desk but had a snazzy shower and a near-360-degree view of the woods, river or the night sky when the black-out curtains were opened.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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These days, Stewart’s concerts take their cues from his long-running Las Vegas residencies, and there was a snazzy polish to Tuesday’s proceedings.—
Brian McCollum,
Freep.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Showstopping.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/showstopping. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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