1
as in noticeable
likely to attract attention
a splashy new restaurant that's currently the in place to go
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2
as in flashy
attractively eye-catching in style
a splashy ad for the new brand of blue jeans
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3
as in loud
excessively showy
a splashy outfit that was definitely out of place in church
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Recent Examples of splashy
Mini Studio didn’t launch with a splashy marketing campaign or a traditional development slate.
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Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 6 Jan. 2026
Adrian Houer and Tyler Mahle, a pair of veteran right-handers who project more as floor-raisers than ceiling-raisers, don’t meet the bar for splashy signing status.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2026
Jordan, of course, is not the only leading gent in Hollywood to bring his mom to a splashy red carpet recently.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 4 Jan. 2026
Trump has grown fond of these one-off, splashy shows of force, counting last year’s bombing of Iranian nuclear sites as one of his triumphs.
—Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 4 Jan. 2026
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Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 6 Jan. 2026
Adrian Houer and Tyler Mahle, a pair of veteran right-handers who project more as floor-raisers than ceiling-raisers, don’t meet the bar for splashy signing status.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 6 Jan. 2026
Jordan, of course, is not the only leading gent in Hollywood to bring his mom to a splashy red carpet recently.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 4 Jan. 2026
Trump has grown fond of these one-off, splashy shows of force, counting last year’s bombing of Iranian nuclear sites as one of his triumphs.
—Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 4 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for splashy
Adjective
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The tint is sheer and subtle but makes a noticeable difference in evening out skin tone and camouflaging discoloration.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
10 Jan. 2026
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While Reconcept recommends sessions of at least 30 minutes, shorter experiences can still produce noticeable effects.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Scott’s performance in 2025 hasn’t been flashy.—
Mike Kaye
January 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Jan. 2026
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According to the founders, the goal was not to create a flashy robotic spectacle but a functional tool that integrates seamlessly into hospitality operations.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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While Microsoft is moving forward with some facilities, the company withdrew plans for a data center in Caledonia, Wisconsin, amid loud opposition to its efforts there.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
13 Jan. 2026
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This simple taupe geometric style peel-and-stick wallpaper is affordable, easy to apply, and looks gorgeous without being too bold or loud.—
Brittney Morgan,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Art enthusiasts Hans Ottinot, a prominent Broward attorney, and Nelson Adams, a Miami obstetrician associated with Jackson Memorial, are central to the museum’s dream team.—
Dorothy Jenkins Fields,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
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This pair, complete with the prominent markings always featured on the classic style, has a memory foam insert and a rubber sole that’s especially good for slippery winter weather.—
Alyssa Grabinski,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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There is less of an emphasis on styling, and more attention to comfort and stylish practicality.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Jan. 2026
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Sellew is a bold new voice, using sharp, stylish prose to explore the hinterland of contemporary mating.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Simons also emphasized that December jobs data are among the noisiest of the year and should not be over-interpreted.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
9 Jan. 2026
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And then there is the noisy parade of vehicles passing nearby on their way to who knows what?—
Ed Silverman,
STAT,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Parallel societies in certain urban areas and rising violent crime statistics linked to some migrant cohorts in countries such as Sweden and Germany led to the dramatic rise of populist and patriotic parties across the continent, from France to Italy to the Netherlands.—
Daniel Ross Goodman,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Jan. 2026
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Hudson’s performance kicks into a surprising dramatic gear, the actress’s playful Milwaukee accent settling into a relatively somber key, grappling with dreams dashed.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Wear them casually with a sweater and pair of sneakers, or dress it up with a pair of heeled boots and a snazzy blouse.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Jan. 2026
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With the arrival of Dry January, the annual ode of kicking off the year alcohol-free, here are a handful of standout spots in Orange County to grab a snazzy sip.—
Brock Keeling,
Oc Register,
31 Dec. 2025
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“Splashy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splashy. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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