as in elegant
being strikingly neat and trim in style or appearance
a slim, spruce man in a tailor-made business suit
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Recent Examples of spruce
Merle Ginsberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Nov. 2024
Using these picture modes should spruce things up enough for most viewers with any modern TV from brands like Sony, Samsung, Hisense, TCL, LG, and Roku.
—Ryan Waniata, WIRED, 12 Sep. 2024
As for the primary suite, it has been spruced to the nines by the late French architect Thierry Despont.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 1 July 2024
If your outdoor space is lacking a little something, why not spruce it up with an outdoor rug?
Outdoor area rugs bring visual interest and texture to a room and easily bridge the gap between indoor and outdoor spaces.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 21 June 2024
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Adjective
Other stars spruce it up a bit … and probably for a lot less money.
—Merle Ginsberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 3 Nov. 2024
Using these picture modes should spruce things up enough for most viewers with any modern TV from brands like Sony, Samsung, Hisense, TCL, LG, and Roku.
—Ryan Waniata, WIRED, 12 Sep. 2024
As for the primary suite, it has been spruced to the nines by the late French architect Thierry Despont.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 1 July 2024
If your outdoor space is lacking a little something, why not spruce it up with an outdoor rug?
Outdoor area rugs bring visual interest and texture to a room and easily bridge the gap between indoor and outdoor spaces.
—Jamie Allison Sanders, Peoplemag, 21 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for spruce
Adjective
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Actor Andrew Garfield wore his trusty Omega De Ville Trésor, soccer star Bukayo Saka flexed a gorgeous Patek Philippe Nautilus, and Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa flaunted an elegant Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
12 July 2025
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The dress has elegant puff sleeves, romantic florals, and a square-neck that keeps you covered.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
12 July 2025
Verb
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Luckily for Marian, much of Bertha’s attention is stolen by the unexpected arrival of her unsophisticated sister; Bertha’s too busy making snide comments and tricking her into wearing nicer gowns to even bother with Marian.—
Andy Swift,
TVLine,
13 July 2025
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The offense is built on outside runs and tricking the defense.—
Ted Nguyen,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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If you’re just getting started with rebounding and want something compact and easy to use (that doesn’t cost a small fortune), here’s a smart entry point.—
Jordan Galloway,
SELF,
15 July 2025
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If your primary goal is to maximize workspace while ensuring your computer can grow with your needs, a mini-PC paired with a quality monitor is a smarter, longer-lasting solution.—
Ken Colburn,
AZCentral.com,
14 July 2025
Verb
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The $28 million project aims to improve traffic flow on the busy thoroughfare and, hopefully, keep people from using local streets to get around freeway traffic.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 July 2025
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Observe and report to armed security Scott Keller, who in December took on the role of the Plaza’s general manager, said the new ownership group began working to improve security soon after the Plaza was purchased.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
13 July 2025
Adjective
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However, there is an increasingly impressive array of stylish spots that might tempt you to stay off the beachfront, like the brand-new collection of 10 villas at Trobbu Tulum, offering a luxe private experience and even the option of all-inclusive dining.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
19 July 2025
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The home's exterior boasts a sleek modern wall fountain at the front entrance, hinting at the stylish design found throughout.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
18 July 2025
Verb
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Her complexion, like her pixie cut, was clean, embellished with touches of pink blush and highlighter.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
18 July 2025
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Blanco wore a semi-translucent tulle wedding dress embellished with floral accents.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
People.com,
17 July 2025
Adjective
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In the snap, the mother-of-two looked as fashionable as ever, this time styling the supportive shoes with a navy linen mini dress and gold jewelry.—
Averi Baudler,
People.com,
11 July 2025
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Shop the best markdowns of fashionable favorites such as Favorite Daughter best-selling trouser, Rag & Bone’s capri pants and By Malene Birger’s knitted skirt.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Quiet for most of the first act, Brendan McGrady as bass player Nick Mossi comes into his own deep voice after intermission as his natty character lets loose on moral train wreck DeVito.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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At the wedding, the brothers, this time wearing natty matching suits, have evolved.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
28 June 2025
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“Spruce.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spruce. Accessed 24 Jul. 2025.
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