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
There are all manner of plots and sub-plots and endlessly splashy visuals by designers David Korins (sets), Linda Cho (costumes), Kenneth Posner (lighting) and Adam Biscow (laser effects).
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David Lyman, Cincinnati Enquirer, 27 Sep. 2025
Paul Thomas Anderson’s splashy action-thriller feels like the talk of the film world.
—Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2025
To regain its cool factor, Ervér has invested extensively in branding efforts, from hosting music events featuring Anitta, Charli XCX, Lola Young and Tyla to opening London Fashion Week with a splashy runway show.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2025
Netflix’s House of Guinness, the new 19th-century drama from Peaky Blinders and A Thousand Blows creator Steven Knight, knows the value of a big, splashy moment.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2025
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David Lyman, Cincinnati Enquirer, 27 Sep. 2025
Paul Thomas Anderson’s splashy action-thriller feels like the talk of the film world.
—Savannah Salazar, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2025
To regain its cool factor, Ervér has invested extensively in branding efforts, from hosting music events featuring Anitta, Charli XCX, Lola Young and Tyla to opening London Fashion Week with a splashy runway show.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2025
Netflix’s House of Guinness, the new 19th-century drama from Peaky Blinders and A Thousand Blows creator Steven Knight, knows the value of a big, splashy moment.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for splashy
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There was a noticeable gap between Ocean dropping his studio debut Channel Orange in 2012 and his 2016 album releases Endless and Blonde — and fans noticed.—
Sophie Dodd,
PEOPLE,
2 Oct. 2025
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The last two words, something Redick said the Lakers needed to be in after the team lost in five games to the Minnesota Timberwolves during last year’s playoffs, has been the most noticeable priority shift in the earliest days of training camp.—
Dan Woike,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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Ninja Gaiden 4 sees the return of the brutal challenge, flashy combos, and relentless action that made the series such a landmark franchise on the original Xbox.—
Gabriel Zamora,
PC Magazine,
4 Oct. 2025
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Following the black-and-white aesthetics and melancholy lyricism of TTPD, the high saturation and sparkles associated with Showgirl — which is comprised of flashy pop bangers — feel even more vibrant.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
3 Oct. 2025
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Meet Nashville's new crime-fighting Clydesdale Metro Nashville mounted patrol officer Michael Douglas squeezed a three-foot-long rubber chicken, producing an increasingly louder and closer screeching sound to try and provoke a 1,700-pound Clydesdale named Ross.—
Laura L. Davis,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Oct. 2025
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At the same time, Mercury and Mars are activating your sector of expansion, meaning your inner philosopher is loud.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
5 Oct. 2025
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However, a different vibe soon filled the arena once the countdown clock reached zero and a video charting Kirk's career from 18-year-old organizer to one of the GOP’s most prominent activists came on-screen.—
Alex J. Rouhandeh,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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In the wake of the assassination of prominent conservative figure Charlie Kirk, the rhetoric wars have taken to new levels of vitriol, with many on the right blaming the left writ large for such political violence, and vice versa.—
Kayla Dwyer,
IndyStar,
1 Oct. 2025
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This stylish and practical travertine tray is another one of Barney's go-to picks for organizing clutter while adding texture.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
6 Oct. 2025
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Plus, save on the best carry-on our editors have tested, the Samsonite Freeform Hardside Carry-on, and a stylish Coach tote that’s currently trending.—
Genevieve Cepeda,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Oct. 2025
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This simple yet powerful step turned noisy, unreliable photon signals into clean bursts of single photons — a breakthrough for future quantum technologies.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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How to stand out in such a noisy season?—
Laure Guilbault,
Vogue,
1 Oct. 2025
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During the past decade, Tranter has established himself as one of the music industry’s most reliable hitmakers, thanks to his clever, boisterous lyricism and dramatic, over-the-top choruses and hooks.—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Oct. 2025
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While an Oscar nomination for Jay Kelly would mark Sandler's first, the actor, known more for his comedic roles, previously flexed some of his dramatic chops in films like Punch-Drunk Love (2002), Reign Over Me (2007) and Uncut Gems (2019).—
Jen Juneau,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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And its prestige image started to fade as snazzy new Chinese EV makers emerged and Tesla’s lineup needed a refresher (a new, roomier six-seater Model Y had a successful launch in August).—
Rebecca A. Fannin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Scroll on for more favorite Vionic shoe deals, from versatile booties to a snazzy pair of mules.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Sep. 2025
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“Splashy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splashy. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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