as in neat
chiefly US, informal
neat, stylish, and attractive
a spiffy new uniform She looked very spiffy in her new dress.
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Recent Examples of spiffy
The spiffy rooftop Poza restaurant is newly opened to the public with 360-degree views of Beverly Hills, and there’s a new osteria, Costa Covo, on the ground floor.
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David Hochman,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
Following his first public appearance at the event in years, Travolta went viral for his spiffy ensemble.
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Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
Rawlings officials were in town Saturday to drop off some spiffy Gold Glove awards to three Chicago Cubs players.
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Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
2 May 2026
While this spiffy corner of the US is known for its bustling cities and charming coastal towns, its hiking trails just might be one of the northeast's most refreshing draws.
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Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Apr. 2026
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David Hochman,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
Following his first public appearance at the event in years, Travolta went viral for his spiffy ensemble.
—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
Rawlings officials were in town Saturday to drop off some spiffy Gold Glove awards to three Chicago Cubs players.
—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
2 May 2026
While this spiffy corner of the US is known for its bustling cities and charming coastal towns, its hiking trails just might be one of the northeast's most refreshing draws.
—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for spiffy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spiffy
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Vargas managed a neat finish past Canadian keeper Maxime Crépeau to secure a lead.
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During my visit, sweeps of yellow yamabuki flowers and white azaleas rose high around the neat dark wood structures.
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Most smug articles and books that claim to provide quick fixes come off as tone-deaf or even counterproductive.
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But the series’ central character, played by Rachel Weisz, has enough nervous, itchy, manic energy to make the show’s narrative structure feel purposely unstable rather than safely smug.
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As with Los Angeles, there is no tidy way to sum up eating in Melbourne.
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The imperial capital has many beautiful buildings, and they are always kept tidy and clean.
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The thick belt has a sleek buckle that resembles this Quince version, which is made from 100-percent leather with solid metal hardware.
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From airy mesh fabrics to sleek, low-profile shapes, this season’s trending shoes have a way of elevating an outfit without overpowering it.
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Conditioning is ever immaculate and the greens run fair and true.
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This season, the vibes remained immaculate.
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Major dating apps are racing to bake in AI and selling pricey subscriptions that promise smarter matches and faster connections.
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August 23 – September 22 Clear aims shape smarter steps at work.
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Also at the Saint Laurent fashion show, Austin Butler looks dapper in all-black on June 23 in Paris.
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The British brand’s suiting channeled dapper English luxury with dedicated cigar pockets on outerwear, along with mismatched velvet slippers adorned with playing card emblems.
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“Spiffy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spiffy. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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