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adjective

ˈtī-dē How to pronounce tidy (audio)
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as in neat
being clean and in good order could easily find everything on her tidy desk

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as in large
of a size greater than average of its kind paid a tidy sum for a painting that may not even be a genuine Titian

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as in sizable
sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention signed a three-year contract for a tidy amount

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tidy

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verb

as in to straighten (up)

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Recent Examples of tidy
Adjective
The result is a bed that looks tidy and composed rather than slept-in—artfully arranged, and frankly, a little pleased with its own posture. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026 Saarbrücken, the tidy state capital, straddles the Saar River. — Jeff Chu, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2026
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Regularly pulling out a clunky upright vacuum cleaner to tidy up floor mats and car seats is just unrealistic. — Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026 Don't forget to tidy up your countertops first, and use a separate cloth for your kitchen and bathroom counters to avoid cross-contamination. — Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for tidy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tidy
  1. neat
  2. large
  3. sizable
  4. freshen
  5. trim
  6. substantial
  7. considerable
  8. brighten
Adjective
  • This is a great whiskey to sip neat, but the brand also recommends trying it in an Old Fashioned.
    — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 2 July 2026
  • Several other Dolphins also have stood atop all of their peers in something neat, at some point.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026
Definition of neat
Adjective
  • The Hyundai Motor Company used one of the world’s largest sporting stages to showcase its robotics ambitions.
    — Clemente Lisi, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
  • A number of Russian regions have banned the use of large canisters that hold around five gallons to prevent fuel hoarding.
    — Clare Sebastian, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
Definition of large
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  • The hard-right Vox party at one stage even reached out to Latinos, now a sizable voting bloc, assuming that Catholic, Evangelical, and anti-Communist members of those communities would share right-wing values.
    — Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 2 July 2026
  • Other states with sizable contingents include West Virginia, Nebraska, Florida and Louisiana.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 July 2026
Definition of sizable
Verb
  • Sprinkle it into the bowl before scrubbing with a toilet brush to help lift grime and freshen the toilet.
    — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 4 July 2026
  • To freshen drapes between cleanings, use a handheld vacuum to remove dust and a steam cleaner to help remove odors.
    — Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 1 July 2026
Definition of freshen
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  • Growing patent portfolio The trim-control application expands the intellectual property surrounding Vision Marine’s E-Motion electric propulsion platform.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026
  • Between the scalloped trim, playful print, and comfy fit, this statement-making two-piece was a no-brainer for my trip.
    — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 24 June 2026
Definition of trim
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  • Trading commodities, futures, and options involves a substantial risk of loss.
    — USA TODAY, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • For smaller private colleges that are tuition dependent and lack substantial and accessible endowments, even a modest reduction in enrollment could prove calamitous.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 6 July 2026
Definition of substantial
Adjective
  • The moves come as nostalgia continues to drive a considerable chunk of the music industry’s profits.
    — Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 6 July 2026
  • Also expected to draw considerable interest are individual talks on how to co-produce with Italy, Canada, Spain, France, Chile, Mexico and Argentina, hosted by reps from each territory.
    — Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 6 July 2026
Definition of considerable
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  • Tie a bandana around the back of your cap to brighten up a classic style.
    — Odeya Pinkus, InStyle, 8 July 2026
  • Her rich brunette color was brightened with shimmering, blonde highlights that were especially apparent in her half-up braid crown.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 6 July 2026
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